Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
mesoleios
ID:
191068

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hohen.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
P.E.Boissier, Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 91 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190397



Common Names

  • Astragalus mesoleios
  • Middle-stalked Astragalus
  • Middle-stalked Milk-Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Astracantha mesoleia (Boiss. & Hohen.) Podlech [deprecated]
  • Astragalus meseleios Boiss. [unknown]
  • Astracantha mesoleia (Boiss. & Hohen.) Podlech [valid]
  • Tragacantha mesoleios (Boiss. & Hohen.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Astragalus pycnophyllus Kotschy ex Bunge [invalid]

Description

Astragalus mesoleios (also called Mesoleios Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in sunny, dry areas and can reach up to 40 cm in height. The leaves are alternate, pinnate with 7-9 leaflets, and the flowers are white or pinkish in colour.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus mesoleios is used to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, flu, digestive disorders, and fatigue. It is also used to boost the immune system and improve overall health.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus mesoleios has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed pods are small and contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus mesoleios is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astragalus mesoleios

Astragalus mesoleios can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Astragalus mesoleios FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus mesoleios?

Astragalus mesoleios

What is the common name of Astragalus mesoleios?

Mesoleios Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus mesoleios?

Astragalus mesoleios is found in dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands in the western United States.

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Rudolph Friedrich Hohenacker (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hohen.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:478625-1: Based on the initial data import