Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
chehreganii
ID:
553984

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zarre & Podlech

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Sendtnera3: 264 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553316



Common Names

  • Chehregan's Milkvetch
  • Chehregan's Astragalus
  • Chehregan's Locoweed


Searching for Astragalus chehreganii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Astragalus chehreganii (also called Chehregan's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Iran. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus chehreganii is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Astragalus chehreganii is yellow with a white center, seed is small and black, seedlings are hairy and have a single stem.

Searching for Astragalus chehreganii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus chehreganii 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 chehreganii

Astragalus chehreganii can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Astragalus chehreganii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus chehreganii?

Astragalus chehreganii

What is the common name of Astragalus chehreganii?

Chehregan's Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus chehreganii?

Dry, rocky slopes in the mountains of Iran

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.
Shahin Zarre (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zarre' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:987197-1: Based on the initial data import