Astragalus salavatabadensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salavatabadensis
ID:
744040
Status:
valid
Authors:
Podlech
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert.120: 51 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743373
Common Names
- Astragalus salavatabadensis
- Salavatabadensis Milkvetch
- Salavatabadensis Astragalus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus salavatabadensis (also called Salavatabad Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a herbaceous, perennial, evergreen plant native to Iran. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands, swamps, and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus salavatabadensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus salavatabadensis has yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seed pods are inflated and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and the first true leaves are pinnate.
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Astragalus salavatabadensis is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized lightly. It is best to mulch around the plant to help retain moisture.
Where to Find Astragalus salavatabadensis
Astragalus salavatabadensis is native to Iran and can be found in the Salavatabad Mountains.
Astragalus salavatabadensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus salavatabadensis?
Astragalus salavatabadensis
What is the common name of Astragalus salavatabadensis?
Salavatabad Milkvetch
Where is Astragalus salavatabadensis found?
It is found in 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
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77099171-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus salavatabadensis Podlech: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.