Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
didymophysus
ID:
190397

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 11(16): 113 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189726



Common Names

  • Didymophysus Milkvetch
  • Didymophysus Astragalus
  • Didymophysus Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus didymophysus (also called Didymophyllous Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Ziarat District of Balochistan, Pakistan. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and has yellow-green flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus didymophysus is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, as well as for its ornamental value in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus didymophysus has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus didymophysus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. It is best propagated in spring or early summer when temperatures are warm. Seeds should be sown in a well-prepared seedbed and lightly covered with soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Astragalus didymophysus

Astragalus didymophysus is found in Central and South Asia, primarily in Afghanistan, India, and Pakistan.

Astragalus didymophysus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus didymophysus?

Astragalus didymophysus

What is the common name of Astragalus didymophysus?

Spur-Leaf Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus didymophysus?

Open, dry grasslands and hillsides

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