hairy-fruited whorled bladder oxytrope

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

• hairy-fruited whorled bladder oxytrope

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Spiesia trichophysa

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, known as Oxytropis trichophysa, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is situated within the genus Oxytropis.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several distinct regions of Northern and Central Asia. In the vast territory of Siberia, it can be found specifically within the Altay and Tuva regions. Its range extends southward into Central Asia, where it is documented in Kazakhstan. The species is also well-established in China, particularly across the North-Central provinces. Finally, its presence is noted in the westernmost reaches of China within the Xinjiang region.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Oxytropis trichophysa is characterized by its remarkable adaptability to diverse and often harsh landscapes. This species thrives across a wide spectrum of environments, ranging from arid desert regions and open steppe landscapes to more temperate meadows. It is frequently found in mountainous terrains and along the banks of rivers, demonstrating a tolerance for varying moisture levels and elevations. Furthermore, the plant exhibits a strong affinity for stony places, where it can establish itself amidst rocky substrates and sparse vegetation, utilizing the microhabitats provided by mineral-rich, well-drained soils.

Habitat :

desert, meadows, mountains, rivers, steppe, stony places

Life history

The life history of Oxytropis trichophysa is characterized by its status as a perennial plant, meaning it completes its life cycle over several years rather than dying after a single reproductive season. As a perennial species, it establishes a stable presence within its ecosystem, undergoing repeated cycles of vegetative growth and flowering. This long-lived growth habit allows the plant to accumulate resources over time, contributing to its resilience in its natural habitat. Through its perennial lifecycle, it ensures consistent seed production and population stability across multiple growing seasons.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Oxytropis trichophysa is characterized by its growth form as a herb, exhibiting a non-woody structure throughout its development. It functions as an independent organism, showing no parasitic tendencies. In terms of stature, the plant is relatively low-growing, with a height that ranges from a minimum of 0.12 m to a maximum of 0.2 m.

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Plant height max:

0.2 m

Plant height min:

0.12 m

Woodiness :

non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Oxytropis trichophysa has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Root

1. Journal of natural products

Activities

Oxytropis trichophysa has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiplasmodial.

Antiplasmodial

1. Journal of natural products

Preparations

Oxytropis trichophysa has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include root extract.

Root extract

1. Journal of natural products