Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
melitenensis
ID:
554682

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 43 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554014



Common Names

  • Melitenensis Astragalus
  • Melitenensis Milkvetch
  • Melitenensis Goat's-thorn


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Description

Astragalus melitenensis (also called Melitene Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Turkey and grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus melitenensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, and its roots are used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus melitenensis has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus melitenensis can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Astragalus melitenensis

Astragalus melitenensis is native to Europe and can be found in dry, open habitats.

Astragalus melitenensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus melitenensis?

Astragalus melitenensis

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus melitenensis?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands

What is the flowering period of Astragalus melitenensis?

It flowers from April to June

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

IPNI record: 478609-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001054318
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-13026373: Originally associated with wfo-0001054318
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-13026373: Originally associated with wfo-0001054318
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:478609-1: Based on the initial data import