Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
ciceropsis
ID:
554007

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hamzehee & Maassoumi

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.10: 60 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553339



Common Names

  • Ciceropsis Milkvetch
  • Ciceropsis Locoweed
  • Ciceropsis Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Oxytropis straussii Bornm. [valid]

Description

Astragalus ciceropsis (also called Ciceropsis 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 ciceropsis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, anemia, and digestive issues. It is also used as a natural diuretic and to help with weight loss.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Astragalus ciceropsis is a small, white to pinkish, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and kidney-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus ciceropsis is a perennial that can be propagated by division or seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Astragalus ciceropsis

Astragalus ciceropsis can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey, and in North Africa.

Astragalus ciceropsis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus ciceropsis?

Astragalus ciceropsis

What is the common name of Astragalus ciceropsis?

Ciceropsis milkvetch

What type of plant is Astragalus ciceropsis?

Perennial herb

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

Ali Asghar Maassoumi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maassoumi' in the authors string.
Behnam Hamzehee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hamzehee' in the authors string.