Status:
valid
Authors:
Abdusal.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Dokl. Akad. Nauk Tadzhiksk. S.S.R.13(7): 59 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389259
Common Names
- Pamiroalajca Locoweed
- Oxytropis Pamiroalajca
- Pamiroalajca Loco
Description
Oxytropis pamiroalajca (also called Pamir Oxytropis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central Asia and the Himalayas. It has a woody stem and can grow up to 1 meter tall. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in grasslands and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Oxytropis pamiroalajca is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, such as fever, wounds, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oxytropis pamiroalajca is a yellow-green, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxytropis pamiroalajca is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Oxytropis pamiroalajca
Oxytropis pamiroalajca is native to the mountains of Central Asia, including Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Tajikistan.
Oxytropis pamiroalajca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxytropis pamiroalajca?
Oxytropis pamiroalajca
What is the common name of Oxytropis pamiroalajca?
Pamiroalajca Oxytropis
What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis pamiroalajca?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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
L.N. Abdusalyamova: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Abdusal.' in the authors string.