Coronilla orientalis

Coronilla orientalis

Overview

Coronilla orientalis is a small perennial subshrub native to the eastern Mediterranean region and western Asia, growing in rocky limestone habitats and dry

Coronilla orientalis is a small perennial subshrub native to the eastern Mediterranean region and western Asia, growing in rocky limestone habitats and dry hillsides. It produces clusters of pink and white pea flowers and narrow seed pods that break into segments at maturity. The genus Coronilla is known for containing cardiac glycosides that make the plants toxic if ingested in large quantities.

Taxonomy

Bộ Fabales
Họ Fabaceae (Legume family)
Species Coronilla orientalis

Câu hỏi thường gặp

What family does Coronilla orientalis belong to?
Coronilla orientalis (Coronilla orientalis) belongs to the family Fabaceae in the order Fabales.

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