Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
berytius
ID:
553867

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 11(16): 50 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553199



Common Names

  • Berytius Milkvetch
  • Berytius Vetch
  • Syrian Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha berysia (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus berytius (also called 'Berytius 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 berytius 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

Astragalus berytius has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus berytius 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 berytius

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

Astragalus berytius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus berytius?

Astragalus berytius

What is the family of Astragalus berytius?

Fabaceae

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus berytius?

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