Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
magnibracteatus
ID:
554638

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maassoumi & Maroofi

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.11: 105 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553970



Common Names

  • Astragalus magnibracteatus
  • Magnibracteatus Astragalus
  • Magnibracteatus's Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus magnibracteatus (also called Large-bracted Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky areas and can reach up to 50 cm in height. Its leaves are alternate, pinnate and have up to 15 leaflets. The flowers are yellow and grow in clusters.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus magnibracteatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus magnibracteatus has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus magnibracteatus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is best grown in full sun in well-draining soil. Propagation is done through division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in moist soil and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Astragalus magnibracteatus

Astragalus magnibracteatus can be found in Iran.

Astragalus magnibracteatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus magnibracteatus?

Astragalus magnibracteatus

What is the common name of Astragalus magnibracteatus?

Large-bracted Milkvetch

Where is Astragalus magnibracteatus found?

It is found in the western United States, from California to Montana and Wyoming

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

Hossein Maroofi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maroofi' in the authors string.
Ali Asghar Maassoumi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maassoumi' in the authors string.