Astragalus albertshoferi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albertshoferi
ID:
553688
Status:
valid
Authors:
Podlech
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München25: 211 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553020
Common Names
- Astragalus Albertshoferi
- Albertshoferi Astragalus
- Astragalus Albertshofer
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Astragalus albertshoferi (also called Albert's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is found in the Middle East, specifically in Iran, Iraq, and Turkey. It is a perennial herb that grows in rocky and sandy soils, and it can be found in open woodlands and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus albertshoferi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus albertshoferi is a small, yellowish-white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard seed. The seedlings are thin, upright, and have small, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus albertshoferi is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in dry, sunny areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a sunny, well-drained location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sunny, well-drained location.
Where to Find Astragalus albertshoferi
Astragalus albertshoferi can be found in Iran.
Astragalus albertshoferi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus albertshoferi?
Astragalus albertshoferi
What is the common name of Astragalus albertshoferi?
Albertshofer's Milkvetch
What is the family of Astragalus albertshoferi?
Fabaceae
Species in the Astragalus genus
Astragalus rumelicus, Astragalus nevadensis, Astragalus tymphresteus, Astragalus alpinus, Astragalus penduliflorus, Astragalus anni-novi, Astragalus austroargentinus, Astragalus beatleyae, Astragalus iselyi, Astragalus moranii, Astragalus neoburkartianus, Astragalus neuquenensis, Astragalus oxyphysopsis, Astragalus phoenix, Astragalus sanctorum, Astragalus schinetorum, Astragalus amnis-amissi, Astragalus ampullarius, Astragalus andersonii, Astragalus anemophilus, Astragalus anisus, Astragalus applegatii, Astragalus aquilonius, Astragalus arequipensis, Astragalus argentinus, Astragalus argophyllus, Astragalus aridus, Astragalus arizonicus, Astragalus arrectus, Astragalus arthurii, Astragalus asclepiadoides, Astragalus asplundii, Astragalus asymmetricus, Astragalus atratus, Astragalus austiniae, Astragalus beathii, Astragalus beckwithii, Astragalus bellus, Astragalus bernardinus, Astragalus berteri, Astragalus bicristatus, Astragalus bisulcatus, Astragalus bodinii, Astragalus bolanderi, Astragalus bourgovii, Astragalus brackenridgei, Astragalus brandegei, Astragalus brauntonii, Astragalus brazoensis, Astragalus breweri,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:934311-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus albertshoferi Podlech: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.