Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
karamasicus
ID:
554456

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Balansa

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
P.E.Boissier, Diagn. Pl. Orient., ser. 2, 6: 50 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553788



Common Names

  • Karamasicus Astragalus
  • Astragalus Karamasicus
  • Karamasicus Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha orthodonta (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha karamasica (Boiss. & Balansa) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus kizilirmakii Podlech & Sytin [valid]
  • Astragalus orthodontus Bunge [valid]
  • Astragalus ulaschensis Hub.-Mor. & Reese [valid]
  • Astragalus karamasicus ulaschensis (Hub.-Mor. & Reese) Ponert [valid]
  • Astragalus karamasicus planiusculus Boiss. [valid]

Description

Astragalus karamasicus (also called Karamasik Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Turkey. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, and is found in steppe and semi-desert habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus karamasicus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine as an immunostimulant and to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and asthma. It has also been used to reduce inflammation and to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus karamasicus is a small, yellowish-white flower with a long, slender spur. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus karamasicus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer. Division is best carried out in spring or autumn. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up the smaller divisions and grow them on in a cold frame until they are established.

Where to Find Astragalus karamasicus

Astragalus karamasicus can be found in the mountains of western North America, from British Columbia to California.

Astragalus karamasicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus karamasicus?

Astragalus karamasicus

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus karamasicus?

Astragalus karamasicus is found in the mountains of Iran.

What are the uses of Astragalus karamasicus?

Astragalus karamasicus is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

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.
Benjamin Balansa (1825-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balansa' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:478065-1: Based on the initial data import