Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
albicalycinus
ID:
553691

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hub.-Mor. & V.A.Matthews

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh29: 308 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553023



Common Names

  • Astragalus Albicalycinus
  • Albicalycinus Astragalus
  • Astragalus Albicalycin


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Description

Astragalus albicalycinus (also called White-flowered 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 albicalycinus 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 albicalycinus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus albicalycinus 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 albicalycinus

Astragalus albicalycinus can be found in Iran.

Astragalus albicalycinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus albicalycinus?

Astragalus albicalycinus

What is the common name of Astragalus albicalycinus?

Albicalycin Milkvetch

What is the family of Astragalus albicalycinus?

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

Victoria Ann Matthews (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Matthews' in the authors string.
Arthur Huber-Morath (1901-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hub.-Mor.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:476024-1: Based on the initial data import