Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
diaphanus
ID:
184184

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183513



Common Names

  • Astragalus diaphanus
  • Diaphanus Astragalus
  • Diaphanus Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus diaphanus (also called Diaphanous Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a slender stem and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus diaphanus is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of firewood and timber, and as a shade tree. It is also used for soil stabilization, erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus diaphanus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus diaphanus is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in well-drained, sandy soils in full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall. The plant can also be propagated by division in spring.

Where to Find Astragalus diaphanus

Astragalus diaphanus is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in France, Italy, and Spain.

Astragalus diaphanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus diaphanus?

Astragalus diaphanus

What is the common name of Astragalus diaphanus?

Bastard Milkvetch

What is the family of Astragalus diaphanus?

Fabaceae

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