Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
atrifructus
ID:
553795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greuter & Burdet

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia16: 108 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553127



Common Names

  • Atri Astragalus
  • Astragalus atrifructus
  • Atrifructus Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha melanocarpa Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus melanocarpus Richardson [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus melanocarpus Bunge [illegitimate]

Description

Astragalus atrifructus (also called Atri Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Iran, Turkey, and Armenia. It typically grows in dry, stony, and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus atrifructus is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus atrifructus has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender seedpod. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus atrifructus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with at least one growing point, and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Astragalus atrifructus

Astragalus atrifructus is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Astragalus atrifructus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus atrifructus?

Astragalus atrifructus

What type of plant is Astragalus atrifructus?

A shrub

Where is Astragalus atrifructus found?

It is found in the Middle East

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

Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Hervé Maurice Burdet (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burdet' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:940831-1: Based on the initial data import