Ononis hirta

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Ononis ellipticifolia
• Ononis hirta var. cirtensis
• Ononis hirta f. glandulosa
• Ononis serrata var. prostrata
• Ononis hirta var. prostrata
• Ononis hirta var. glandulosa
• Ononis cirtensis

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized into the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Ononis, specifically as the species Ononis hirta.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution spanning across several continents and diverse regions. In Southwestern Europe, it can be found growing within the territories of Portugal and Spain. Moving toward Northern Africa, the species is established in both Algeria and Morocco. Additionally, its range extends into Western Asia, specifically within the borders of Iraq. This wide-reaching presence highlights the plant's ability to thrive in various Mediterranean and Middle Eastern environments.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Ononis hirta is characterized by a perennial lifecycle, allowing the plant to persist through multiple growing seasons. As a perennial herb, it establishes a robust presence within its habitat, often developing a woody base or specialized root structures that facilitate long-term survival. This life cycle enables the plant to undergo seasonal cycles of vegetative growth and flowering, ensuring its continued presence in the ecosystem. Throughout its lifespan, the plant undergoes various stages of development, from seed germination to the maturation of its flowering structures, which are essential for its reproductive success and the propagation of subsequent generations.

Lifecycle :

annual

Morphology

The morphology of Ononis hirta is characterized by its growth form as a herb, exhibiting a non-woody structure throughout its development. This plant functions as an independent organism, lacking any parasitic relationship with its host environment. In terms of its ecological habitat and moisture preference, it is classified as a terrestrial species, typically found in well-drained soils rather than aquatic or semiaquatic settings.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Ononis hirta has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Terpenoids.

Flavonoids

1. Scientia pharmaceutica

Terpenoids

1. Scientia pharmaceutica

Medicinal Uses

Ononis hirta has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer.

Most Reported Uses

Preparations