Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
argyrothamnos
ID:
1412982

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. ser. 1, 9: 89. 1849 [Jan-Feb 1849]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425447



Common Names

  • Astragalus argyrothamnos
  • Silver-Barked Milkvetch
  • Argyrothamnos Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus argyrothamnos (also called Silver-bristled Milk-vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus argyrothamnos is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Astragalus argyrothamnos are small, yellow, and clustered in racemes. The seeds are small, black, and oblong. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus argyrothamnos is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is propagated by cuttings, which should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Once the cuttings have rooted, the young plants should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a warm, sunny environment.

Where to Find Astragalus argyrothamnos

Astragalus argyrothamnos is native to Europe and can be found in dry and rocky habitats.

Astragalus argyrothamnos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus argyrothamnos?

Astragalus argyrothamnos

What is the common name of Astragalus argyrothamnos?

Silver-Leaf Milkvetch

Where is Astragalus argyrothamnos native to?

Australia

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:476237-1: Based on the initial data import