Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
onobrychis
ID:
213211

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 760 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212540



Common Names

  • Astragalus onobrychis
  • Onobrychis Astragalus
  • Onobrychis Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus linearifolius Pers. [valid]
  • Astragalus goktschaicus Grossh. [valid]
  • Astragalus sofianus Velen. [valid]
  • Astragalus arenarius multijugus Rochel [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis albiflorus Schur [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis alpinus DC. [invalid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis banaticus Rochel [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus onobrychis brevifoliatus Grecescu [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis chlorocapus (Griseb.) Boiss. [unknown]
  • Astragalus onobrychis linearifolius (Pers.) Ledeb. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis multijugus (Rochel) Hayek [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis rigidus Schur [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis rochelianus (Heuff.) Beck [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis skorpili (Velen.) Vulev [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis sofianus (Velen.) Stoj. & Stef. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis stenophyllus Schur [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis varnensis (Davidov) Stoj. & Stef. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis wagneri Jav. [unknown]
  • Astragalus trichocarpus Scheele [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus varnensis Davidov [valid]
  • Tragacantha onobrychis (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus atrocarpus D.F.Chamb. & V.A.Matthews [valid]
  • Astragalus kosmaljanicus Rzazade [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis goktschaicus (Grossh.) Ponert [valid]
  • Astragalus psedonobrychis Andrz. [unknown]
  • Astragalus troizkii Grossh. [valid]
  • Astragalus borysthenicus Klokov [valid]
  • Astragalus chlorocarpus Griseb. [valid]
  • Astragalus dacicus Heuff. [valid]
  • Astragalus pancicii Heuff. [valid]
  • Astragalus rochelianus Heuff. [valid]
  • Astragalus pseudohirsutus Nyár. [valid]
  • Astragalus skorpili Velen. [valid]
  • Macrosema onobrychis (L.) Steven [valid]
  • Astragalus banaticus Rochel ex Nyman [valid]
  • Astragalus chaldiranicus Kit Tan & Sorger [valid]
  • Astragalus kitianus Sorger [valid]
  • Astragalus moldavicus (DC.) Steud. [valid]
  • Astragalus pseudohirtus Nyár. [unknown]
  • Astragalus rasmontii Podlech [valid]
  • Astragalus tragoides L. [valid]
  • Astragalus hybridus S.G.Gmel. [valid]
  • Astragalus longiflorus Gilib. [invalid]
  • Astragalus purpurascens J.Jacq. ex Steud. [invalid]
  • Astragalus pseudo-onobrychis Grossh. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis chlorocarpus (Griseb.) D.K.Pavlova & Kožuharov [unknown]
  • Astragalus onobrychis skorpili (Velen.) Kožuharov & D.K.Pavlova [unknown]
  • Astragalus onobrychis linearifolius (Pers.) Kožuharov & D.K.Pavlova [unknown]
  • Astragalus onobrychis ernesti-mayeri Vasic [valid]
  • Astragalus chlorocarpus albiflorus Vandas [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis albiflorus (Schur) Gusul. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis brevifoliatus (Grecescu) Gusul. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis grandiflorus Savul. & Rayss [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis kraljevensis Novák [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis leucanthus Beck [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis major Gusul. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis microphyllus (DC.) Gusul. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis moldavicus (DC.) Gusul. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis albiflorus (Vandas) Hayek [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus onobrychis banaticus Jáv. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis dacicus (Heuff.) Jáv. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis wagneri Jáv. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis gilliattii Turrill [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis major DC. [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus onobrychis major Rouy [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus onobrychis maximus DC. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis microphyllus Ser. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis microphyllus DC. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis moldavicus DC. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis purpurascens Rchb. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis stipulaceus DC. [valid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis linearifolius (Pers.) Asch. & Graebn. [unknown]
  • Astragalus onobrychis rochelianus (Heuff.) Asch. & Graebn. [unknown]
  • Astragalus clorocarpus Griseb. [unknown]
  • Astragalus pseudonobrychis Andrz. [unknown]
  • Astragalus maximus Lam. ex Steud. [invalid]
  • Astragalus microphyllus Besser ex Steud. [invalid]
  • Astragalus onobrychis chlorocarpus (Griseb.) Boiss. [unknown]
  • Astragalus parvifolius Formánek [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus onobrychis stenophyllus Grecescu [illegitimate]

Description

Astragalus onobrychis (also called Onobrychis Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It typically grows in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes. It has a woody stem and is covered in small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus onobrychis is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fatigue, insomnia, and digestive issues. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus onobrychis has yellow flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings. The flowers have a bell-shaped structure and are typically found in clusters of up to 10. The seeds are dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus onobrychis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Astragalus onobrychis

Astragalus onobrychis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including countries such as Algeria, France, Italy, Morocco, Spain, and Tunisia.

Astragalus onobrychis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus onobrychis?

Astragalus onobrychis

Where does Astragalus onobrychis grow?

Astragalus onobrychis is native to Europe and Asia.

What type of soil does Astragalus onobrychis prefer?

Astragalus onobrychis prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

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