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ononis arvensis

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Familyfabaceae

Orderfabales

Lifespanperennial

Trivial namefield restharrow

Blossom colorpink

Blossom symmetryzygomorph

Inflorescencedeterminate

Phyllotaxiswhorled

Ononis arvensis L., commonly known as field restharrow, is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Europe and parts of Asia, typically found in grasslands, roadsides, and other open habitats with well-drained soils. The species is notable for its deep taproot system, which aids in soil stabilization and nutrient cycling.

The plant features ascending stems with trifoliate leaves and produces pink, pea-like flowers from mid-summer to early autumn. These flowers are bilaterally symmetrical and adapted for pollination by bees. O. arvensis is often studied for its role in nitrogen fixation and its interactions with native pollinator communities.

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