Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
malatyaensis
ID:
554646

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Sendtnera6: 147 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553978



Common Names

  • Malatyaensis Astragalus
  • Astragalus Malatyaensis
  • Astragalus Malatyaensis


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Description

Astragalus malatyaensis (also called Malatya 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 40 cm in height. Its leaves are alternate, pinnate and have up to 10 leaflets. The flowers are yellow and grow in clusters.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus malatyaensis 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 malatyaensis has white 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 malatyaensis can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in early spring and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix. Water the plants regularly and fertilize them every spring.

Where to Find Astragalus malatyaensis

Astragalus malatyaensis can be found in Turkey.

Astragalus malatyaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus malatyaensis?

Astragalus malatyaensis

What type of plant is Astragalus malatyaensis?

Herb

Where is Astragalus malatyaensis 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