Onobrychis pulchella

Onobrychis pulchella

Overview

Onobrychis pulchella is a perennial sainfoin native to the eastern Mediterranean and central Asian steppe regions, growing in dry rocky and gravelly habita

Onobrychis pulchella is a perennial sainfoin native to the eastern Mediterranean and central Asian steppe regions, growing in dry rocky and gravelly habitats. Its epithet pulchella means beautiful or pretty, reflecting its attractive pink flower spikes. It is part of the diverse sainfoin flora of the Middle East, an important center of diversity for the genus.

Taxonomy

Orden Fabales
Familia Fabaceae (Legume family)
Species Onobrychis pulchella

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What family does Onobrychis pulchella belong to?
Onobrychis pulchella (Onobrychis pulchella) belongs to the family Fabaceae in the order Fabales.

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