Astragalus membranostipulus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
membranostipulus
ID:
554683
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maassoumi
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.8: 313 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554015
Common Names
- Membranostipulus Astragalus
- Membranostipulus Milkvetch
- Membranostipulus Goat's-thorn
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Astragalus membranostipulus (also called Membranous-Stipuled Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Iran and grows in dry and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus membranostipulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, and its roots are used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus membranostipulus has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and slender.
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Astragalus membranostipulus 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 membranostipulus
Astragalus membranostipulus is native to North America and can be found in dry, open habitats.
Astragalus membranostipulus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus membranostipulus?
Astragalus membranostipulus
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus membranostipulus?
It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands
What is the flowering period of Astragalus membranostipulus?
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
Ali Asghar Maassoumi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maassoumi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1017121-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus membranostipulus Maassoumi: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.