Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cicer
ID:
214218

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 757 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213547



Common Names

  • Chickpea Milkvetch
  • Chickpea Astragalus
  • Chickpea Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus mucronatus DC. [valid]
  • Astragalus microphyllus L. [valid]
  • Astragalus cicer microphyllus (L.) Asch. & Graebn. [valid]
  • Astragalus cicer angustifolius Celak. [valid]
  • Astragalus cicer dieffenbachii Hegi [valid]
  • Astragalus cicer heldaviensis Fuss [valid]
  • Astragalus cicer major DC. [valid]
  • Astragalus cicer pseudocicer (Opiz) Beck [valid]
  • Astragalus cicer speciosus Schur [valid]
  • Astragalus pseudocicer Opiz [valid]
  • Astragalus vesicarius Lam. [unknown]
  • Tragacantha cicer (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Cystium cicer (L.) Steven [valid]
  • Glaux astragaloides Medik. [illegitimate]
  • Astragaloides cicera (L.) Moench [valid]
  • Astragalus cicerinus St.-Lag. [invalid]
  • Astragalus heldaviensis Lerchenf. ex Schur [valid]
  • Cystium pseudocicer (Opiz) Opiz [valid]
  • Tragacantha mucronata (DC.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus cicer heldaviensis (Fuss) Gusul. [valid]
  • Astragalus microphyllus Schübl. & G.Martens [illegitimate]

Description

Astragalus cicer (also called Chickpea Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a deep taproot and grows to a height of up to 1.2 meters. Its leaves are pinnately compound and its flowers are usually white or yellow. It is found in dry, sandy soils, and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus cicer is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. It is also used as a food additive and for its antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus cicer has yellow flowers with a tubular shape and a length of 1-2 cm. The seeds are round and dark brown in colour. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves that are oval in shape and have a hairy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus cicer is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by dividing the clumps of plants in the spring or early summer. The plants can also be propagated by seed, though germination can be slow and erratic.

Where to Find Astragalus cicer

Astragalus cicer can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Astragalus cicer FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus cicer?

Astragalus cicer

What type of plant is Astragalus cicer?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus cicer?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrub in the Mediterranean region

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

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