Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
singarensis
ID:
555178

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
P.E.Boissier, Fl. Orient.2: 263 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554510



Common Names

  • Singarensis Milkvetch
  • Singarens Milkvetch
  • Singarens' Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Oxytropis wendelboi Vassilcz. [valid]
  • Astragalus aligudarzicus Parsa [valid]
  • Tragacantha pulchella Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha singarensis (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus pseudopulchellus Maassoumi [valid]
  • Astragalus pulchellus Boiss. [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus atropatanus Fisch. ex Bunge [invalid]

Description

Astragalus singarensis (also called Singarensis Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Iran. It typically grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus singarensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, anxiety, and digestive issues. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to boost the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus singarensis has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus singarensis is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astragalus singarensis

Astragalus singarensis can be found in Central Asia.

Astragalus singarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus singarensis?

Astragalus singarensis

What are the common names of Astragalus singarensis?

Singarensis Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus singarensis?

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

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:479841-1: Based on the initial data import