Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
berytheus
ID:
553866

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Blanche

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
P.E.Boissier, Diagn. Pl. Orient., ser. 2, 2: 33 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553198



Common Names

  • Berytheus Astragalus
  • Astragalus berytheus
  • Berytheus Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha berythea (Boiss. & Blanche) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus berytheus (also called 'Berytheus 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 berytheus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus berytheus is a small, yellowish-white pea-like flower. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus berytheus 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 berytheus

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

Astragalus berytheus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus berytheus?

Astragalus berytheus

What is the family of Astragalus berytheus?

Fabaceae

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus berytheus?

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Emmanuel-Louis Blanche (1824-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blanche' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:476427-1: Based on the initial data import