Astragalus karatjubeki - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
karatjubeki
ID:
208581
Status:
valid
Authors:
Golosk.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R.13: 121 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207910
Common Names
- Karatjubeki Milkvetch
- Karatjubeki Astragalus
- Karatjubeki Locoweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus karatjubeki (also called Karatjubek Milk Vetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is an annual herb, growing up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and Middle East, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus karatjubeki is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a green manure crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus karatjubeki has small, white flowers with a long, curved keel. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.
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Astragalus karatjubeki can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Astragalus karatjubeki
Astragalus karatjubeki is found in Central Asia.
Astragalus karatjubeki FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus karatjubeki?
Astragalus karatjubeki
What is the family of Astragalus karatjubeki?
Fabaceae
Where is Astragalus karatjubeki found?
Central Asia
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
Vitaliǐ Petrovich Goloskokov (1913-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Golosk.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus karatjubeki Golosk.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.