Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bombycinus
ID:
213139

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 50 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212468



Common Names

  • Astragalus Bombycinus
  • Silky Milk-Vetch
  • Silky Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha sultanensis (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha bombycina (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus palmyrensis Post [valid]
  • Astragalus sultanensis Bunge [valid]
  • Astragalus musilii Velen. [valid]
  • Astragalus bombycinus aravensis Zohary. [unknown]
  • Astragalus bombycinus sultanensis (Bunge) Širj. [valid]
  • Astragalus bombycinus elaryshensis Širj. [valid]
  • Astragalus bombycinus sinaicus Širj. [valid]
  • Astragalus bombycinus sultanensis (Bunge) Širj. [valid]
  • Astragalus palaestinus heteranthesnus Eig [valid]
  • Astragalus peregrinus rotundifolius Boiss. [valid]

Description

Astragalus bombycinus (also called Silky Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It grows in sandy soils and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus bombycinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus bombycinus has yellow-green flowers with a purple-brown center. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus bombycinus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Astragalus bombycinus

Astragalus bombycinus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Astragalus bombycinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus bombycinus?

Astragalus bombycinus

What is the common name of Astragalus bombycinus?

Silky Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus bombycinus?

Dry, sandy soils in open woodlands

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