Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
elazigensis
ID:
1062888

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ekim

Source:
tro

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 42: 83 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001062226



Common Names

  • Astragalus elazigensis
  • Elazig Milkvetch
  • Elazig Pea


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Description

Astragalus elazigensis (also called Elazig milkvetch, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant belonging to the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus elazigensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and cold. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus elazigensis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus elazigensis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Astragalus elazigensis

Astragalus elazigensis is native to Turkey.

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