Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
musaianus
ID:
1328294

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maassoumi & Joharchi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Rostaniha14: 14 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340748





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Description

Astragalus musaianus (also called Musaian astragalus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has a thick stem and light green, glossy leaves. It is found in temperate regions in open woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus musaianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus musaianus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus musaianus is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot and requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Astragalus musaianus

Astragalus musaianus can be found in the alpine meadows of China.

Astragalus musaianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus musaianus?

Astragalus musaianus

What is the family of Astragalus musaianus?

Fabaceae

What is the distribution of Astragalus musaianus?

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

Mohamadreza Joharchi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Joharchi' in the authors string.
Ali Asghar Maassoumi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maassoumi' in the authors string.