Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
montis-queydari
ID:
1321181

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Ghahrem., Maassoumi & Bagheri

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Adansonia, sér. 3, 34: 64 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333635



Common Names

  • Astragalus montis-queydari
  • Montis-queydari Astragalus
  • Montis-queydari Plant


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Description

Astragalus montis-queydari (also called 'Montis-Queydari Milkvetch', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Iran. It grows up to 1 m tall and is usually found in open meadows and along roadsides. Its leaves are alternate, lanceolate to ovate, and measure up to 8 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus montis-queydari is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves have anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus montis-queydari has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two opposite leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus montis-queydari is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.

Where to Find Astragalus montis-queydari

Astragalus montis-queydari can be found in the high mountains of northern Iran.

Astragalus montis-queydari FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus montis-queydari?

Astragalus montis-queydari

What is the common name of Astragalus montis-queydari?

Montis-Queydari's Milkvetch

What is the native range of Astragalus montis-queydari?

Iran

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

Farrokh Ghahremaninejad (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Ghahrem.' in the authors string.
Ali Asghar Maassoumi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maassoumi' in the authors string.
Ali Bagheri (b.1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bagheri' in the authors string.