Status:
valid
Authors:
Maassoumi
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.8: 317 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554233
Common Names
- Peymanii Milkvetch
- Peymanii's Milkvetch
- Peyman's Milkvetch
Description
Astragalus peymanii (also called Peyman's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Iran. It is found in dry, open habitats such as steppe, grassland, and desert.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus peymanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus peymanii has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and yellow.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus peymanii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C.
Where to Find Astragalus peymanii
Astragalus peymanii is native to Iran and Afghanistan.
Astragalus peymanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus peymanii?
Astragalus peymanii
What is the common name of Astragalus peymanii?
Peyman's Milkvetch
Where does Astragalus peymanii grow?
Astragalus peymanii grows in dry, open areas
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