Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
brevifructus
ID:
1323519

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taxon. Rev. Gen. Astragalus L. (Leguminosae) Old World3: 1767 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335973



Common Names

  • Brevifructus Milkvetch
  • Brevifructus Astragalus
  • Astragalus Brevifructus


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Description

Astragalus brevifructus (also called Short-Fruited Astragalus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Turkey and is found in the Yusufeli region. It grows in rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus brevifructus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus brevifructus has yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped bean. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus brevifructus is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Kazakhstan. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done through division or by seed.

Where to Find Astragalus brevifructus

Astragalus brevifructus is found in the mountains of Turkey.

Astragalus brevifructus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus brevifructus?

Astragalus brevifructus

What is the family of Astragalus brevifructus?

Fabaceae

Where is Astragalus brevifructus native to?

Turkey

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.