Astragalus baharensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baharensis
ID:
553822
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Ghahrem.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn.41: 143 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553154
Common Names
- Baharensis Astragalus
- Baharensis Milkvetch
- Baharensis Locoweed
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Astragalus baharensis (also called Bahar Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It is found in dry and rocky habitats, usually in areas with sandy or clay soils.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus baharensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fatigue, improve immunity, and promote wound healing. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus baharensis has yellow flowers, with a seed pod that contains small, black seeds. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus baharensis can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division of the rootstock should be done in the spring or fall. The rootstock should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Astragalus baharensis
Astragalus baharensis can be found in Iran.
Astragalus baharensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus baharensis?
Astragalus baharensis
What is the common name of Astragalus baharensis?
Baharan milkvetch
What is the habitat of Astragalus baharensis?
Dry slopes, steppes, and meadows
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
Farrokh Ghahremaninejad (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Ghahrem.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60432983-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus baharensis Ghahrem.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.