Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
maniaticus
ID:
554648

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kit Tan & Strid

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol.206: 47 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553980



Common Names

  • Maniaticus Astragalus
  • Astragalus Maniaticus
  • Astragalus Maniaticus


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Description

Astragalus maniaticus (also called Mani 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 maniaticus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, anemia, and digestive issues. It is also used as a natural diuretic and to help with weight loss.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus maniaticus 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 maniaticus 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 maniaticus

Astragalus maniaticus can be found in Iran.

Astragalus maniaticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus maniaticus?

Astragalus maniaticus

What type of plant is Astragalus maniaticus?

Herb

Where is Astragalus maniaticus native to?

Greece

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

Arne Strid (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Strid' in the authors string.
Kit Tan (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit Tan' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:995840-1: Based on the initial data import