Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bejourensis
ID:
553858

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech & Maassoumi

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert.114: 337 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553190



Common Names

  • Bejourensis Astragalus
  • Astragalus bejourensis
  • Bejourensis Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus bejourensis (also called 'Bejouren Milkvetch', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Middle East and Central Asia. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and has small, white flowers with purple veins.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus bejourensis is a medicinal plant used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments including coughs, colds, fever, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus bejourensis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus bejourensis 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 bejourensis

Astragalus bejourensis can be found in the East Azerbaijan province of Iran.

Astragalus bejourensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus bejourensis?

Astragalus bejourensis

What is the family of Astragalus bejourensis?

Fabaceae

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus bejourensis?

Rocky slopes and hillsides

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.
Ali Asghar Maassoumi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maassoumi' in the authors string.