Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
saharae
ID:
555088

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pomel

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mat. Fl. Atl.1: 184 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554420



Common Names

  • Sahara Milkvetch
  • Sahara Milk-vetch
  • Saharae Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus asterias aristidis (Batt.) Greuter [valid]
  • Astragalus cruciatus aristidis Batt. [unknown]
  • Astragalus rene-mairei Eig [valid]
  • Astragalus aristidis (Coss. ex Batt.) Batt. & Trab. [valid]
  • Astragalus cruciatus aster Jahand. & Maire [valid]
  • Astragalus cruciatus garamantum Maire [valid]
  • Astragalus pseudostella saharae (Pomel) Batt. [valid]
  • Astragalus sinaicus saharae (Pomel) Batt. [valid]

Description

Astragalus saharae (also called Sahara Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North Africa. It grows in dry, rocky soils in deserts and dry grasslands. It has small, white to pinkish flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus saharae is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus saharae flowers are small and yellowish-white in color. The seeds are small, brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus saharae is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in a sunny spot with good drainage.

Where to Find Astragalus saharae

Astragalus saharae can be found in the deserts of North Africa.

Astragalus saharae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus saharae?

Astragalus saharae

What is the common name of Astragalus saharae?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus saharae?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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