Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
demavendicus
ID:
190679

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Buhse

Source:
ildis

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mém. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou12: 70 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190008



Common Names

  • Demavend Milkvetch
  • Demavend Astragalus
  • Demavend Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus demawendicus Boiss. & Buhse [unknown]
  • Astragalus rudbaricus Bunge [unknown]
  • Tragacantha rudbarica (Bunge) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Tragacantha demavendica (Boiss. & Buhse) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus demavendicus (also called Demavend Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States and Canada. It has a short, stout stem with small, white flowers and a long, narrow seed pod. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open grasslands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus demavendicus is used as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and inflammation. It is also used as a natural diuretic and to boost the immune system. It can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus demavendicus is a pink-purple pea-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus demavendicus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be cultivated in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, but division of the rootstock can also be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astragalus demavendicus

Astragalus demavendicus can be found in the Alborz Mountains of northern Iran.

Astragalus demavendicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus demavendicus?

Astragalus demavendicus

What is the common name of Astragalus demavendicus?

Demavend Milkvetch

What is the growth habit of Astragalus demavendicus?

It is an annual 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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Alexander Buhse (1821-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buhse' in the authors string.