Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
microcephalus
ID:
208182

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4, 3: 1332 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207511



Common Names

  • Microcephal Astragalus
  • Microcephal Milkvetch
  • Astragalus microcephalus


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Synonyms

  • Astracantha erinacea (Fisch.) Podlech [unknown]
  • Astracantha ghilanica (Fisch.) Podlech [deprecated]
  • Astragalus erinaceus Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [deprecated]
  • Astracantha arnacantha aitosensis (Ivan.) Reer & Podlech [unknown]
  • Astracantha aitosensis (Ivan.) Podlech [deprecated]
  • Astracantha atenica (Ivan.) Podlech [deprecated]
  • Astracantha microcephala (Willd.) Podlech [valid]
  • Astracantha carthlica (Al.Fed., Fed. & Rzazade) Podle [deprecated]
  • Tragacantha microcephala Kuntze [unknown]
  • Astracantha gudrathi (Al.Fed., Fed. & Rzazade) Podlech [unknown]

Description

Astragalus microcephalus (also called Astragalus microcephalus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It is found in dry, rocky meadows and grasslands, and has small, yellow flowers and grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus microcephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber, fuel, and for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astragalus microcephalus sub. pycnocladus (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Širj.
Astragalus microcephalus sub. microcephalus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus microcephalus is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with five leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus microcephalus is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Once established, the plants will self-seed.

Where to Find Astragalus microcephalus

Astragalus microcephalus is native to Iran and can be found in arid and semi-arid regions.

Astragalus microcephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus microcephalus?

Astragalus microcephalus

What are the common names of Astragalus microcephalus?

Small-headed Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus microcephalus?

Dry hillsides and steppes

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