Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
caraganae
ID:
190150

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou11: 344 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189479



Common Names

  • Caragana Milkvetch
  • Caragana's Milkvetch
  • Caragana Milk-Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus borudjerdicus Parsa [valid]
  • Astragalus warackensis Freyn [valid]
  • Astragalus nachitschevanicus Rzazade [valid]
  • Astragalus caraganae brevicalyx Eig [valid]
  • Tragacantha caraganae (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus peregrinus Fisch. & C.A.Mey. ex Bunge [invalid]

Description

Astragalus caraganae (also called Caragana milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Middle East and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus caraganae is used as a medicinal plant and forage crop. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus caraganae has small yellow flowers with a white center and a yellowish-green calyx. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus caraganae is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA zones 4-9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the root clumps in the spring or by seed sown in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame and will germinate in 1-3 weeks. Transplant seedlings into the garden in the spring.

Where to Find Astragalus caraganae

Astragalus caraganae can be found in Afghanistan, Iran, and Pakistan.

Astragalus caraganae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus caraganae?

Astragalus caraganae

What is the common name of Astragalus caraganae?

Caragana Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus caraganae?

Dry, rocky 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

Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.