Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
caspicus
ID:
190990

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Bieb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Fl. Taur.-Caucas.2: 204 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190319



Common Names

  • Caspicus Milkvetch
  • Caspicus Astragalus
  • Astragalus caspicus


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Synonyms

  • Astracantha caspica (M.Bieb.) Podlech [deprecated]
  • Astracantha crenophila (Boiss.) Podlech [deprecated]
  • Astragalus theodorovianus Fed. & Rzazade [deprecated]
  • Astracantha theodoriana (Fed. & Rzazade) Czerep. [unknown]
  • Tragacantha caspica (M.Bieb.) Steven [valid]
  • Ankylobus caspicus (M.Bieb.) Steven [valid]
  • Astracantha caspica (M.Bieb.) Podlech [valid]

Description

Astragalus caspicus (also called Caspian Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has small, white flowers and small, yellow spines. It typically grows in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus caspicus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye and for making paper.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astragalus caspicus sub. pseudocaspius (Fisch.) Zarre
Astragalus caspicus sub. caspicus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus caspicus has small, yellow flowers with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves with a white midrib.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus caspicus is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astragalus caspicus

Astragalus caspicus can be found in the Middle East and Central Asia.

Astragalus caspicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus caspicus?

Astragalus caspicus

What is the common name of Astragalus caspicus?

Caspian Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus caspicus?

Open woods, thickets, and roadsides

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