Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
qohestanicus
ID:
749440

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nasseh & Maassoumi

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.16: 221 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748773



Common Names

  • Astragalus qohestanicus
  • Qohestanicus Milkvetch
  • Qohestanicus Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus qohestanicus (also called 'Qohestan astragalus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas, and has small yellow flowers and hairy, grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus qohestanicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus qohestanicus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus qohestanicus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize in spring.

Where to Find Astragalus qohestanicus

Astragalus qohestanicus is native to Iran.

Astragalus qohestanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus qohestanicus?

Astragalus qohestanicus

What is the common name of Astragalus qohestanicus?

Qohestanicus Astragalus

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus qohestanicus?

Subtropical and tropical regions of Asia

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

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