Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucantha
ID:
209411

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pall.) Pers.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Syn. Pl.2: 331 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208740

Common Names

  • Oxytropis leucantha
  • Leucantha Locoweed
  • Leucantha Oxytropis

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Synonyms

  • Spiesia leucantha (Pall.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Aragallus leucanthus (Pall.) Greene [valid]
  • Astragalus leucanthus Pall. [valid]
  • Oxytropis leucantha leucantha [unknown]

Description

Oxytropis leucantha (also called White-flowered Oxytropis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central Asia and grows in dry, sandy soils. It has white flowers with long, narrow petals and a long, narrow seed pod.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis leucantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering season and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oxytropis leucantha sub. subarctica Jurtzev
Oxytropis leucantha sub. tschukotcensis Jurtzev
Oxytropis leucantha sub. leucantha

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis leucantha is a small, yellow-green flower with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis leucantha is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It is not frost tolerant.

Where to Find Oxytropis leucantha

Oxytropis leucantha is native to the Russian Far East and northern China. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.

Oxytropis leucantha FAQ

What are the common names of Oxytropis leucantha?

Oxytropis leucantha is commonly known as Leucanthous Locoweed.

What is the growth habit of Oxytropis leucantha?

Oxytropis leucantha is an annual herb with a prostrate to ascending growth habit.

What is the flowering period of Oxytropis leucantha?

Oxytropis leucantha typically flowers from June to August.

Species in the Oxytropis genus

Oxytropis sordida, Oxytropis arctica, Oxytropis besseyi, Oxytropis kokrinensis, Oxytropis lagopus, Oxytropis lambertii, Oxytropis oreophila, Oxytropis parryi, Oxytropis podocarpa, Oxytropis sericea, Oxytropis splendens, Oxytropis viscida, Oxytropis mollis, Oxytropis borealis, Oxytropis maydelliana, Oxytropis nigrescens, Oxytropis bellii, Oxytropis amethystea, Oxytropis urumovii, Oxytropis sulphurea, Oxytropis strobilacea, Oxytropis varlakovii, Oxytropis myriophylla, Oxytropis glabra, Oxytropis jordalii, Oxytropis bicolor, Oxytropis ochrocephala, Oxytropis pseudoglandulosa, Oxytropis turczaninovii, Oxytropis neglecta, Oxytropis lanata, Oxytropis muricata, Oxytropis oxyphylla, Oxytropis sylvatica, Oxytropis admiranda, Oxytropis aellenii, Oxytropis afghanica, Oxytropis asterocarpa, Oxytropis astragaloides, Oxytropis aucheri, Oxytropis baburi, Oxytropis bicornis, Oxytropis binaludensis, Oxytropis boguschii, Oxytropis cabulica, Oxytropis chiliophylla, Oxytropis chionophylla, Oxytropis chitralensis, Oxytropis chrysocarpa, Oxytropis cinerea,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.