Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
calcicola
ID:
553930

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München11: 279 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553262



Common Names

  • Calcicole Milkvetch
  • Calcicole Astragalus
  • Calcicole's Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus calcicola (also called limestone milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus calcicola 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

Flower of Astragalus calcicola is yellowish-white with a sweet scent. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus calcicola is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seeds or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Astragalus calcicola

Astragalus calcicola is found in the mountains of Turkey.

Astragalus calcicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus calcicola?

Astragalus calcicola

What is the common name of Astragalus calcicola?

Limestone Milkvetch

What is the flower color of Astragalus calcicola?

White to pinkish

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