Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
spruneri
ID:
214285

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 79 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213614



Common Names

  • Spruner's Milkvetch
  • Spruner's Astragalus
  • Spruneri Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus thessalus Boiss. [valid]
  • Astragalus spruneri thessalus (Boiss.) Boiss. [valid]
  • Astragalus tempskyanus Freyn [valid]
  • Astragalus tempskyanus crassicarpus Freyn & Sint. [valid]
  • Astragalus tempskyanus unguiculatus Freyn [valid]
  • Tragacantha thessala (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha spruneri (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus crassicaulis Freyn & Sint. [unknown]

Description

Astragalus spruneri (also called Spruneri Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands. It has small, yellow flowers and grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus spruneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus spruneri is a white to pale pink pea-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus spruneri is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Astragalus spruneri

Astragalus spruneri is native to the Mediterranean region.

Astragalus spruneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus spruneri?

Astragalus spruneri

What is the common name of Astragalus spruneri?

Spruneri's Astragalus

Where is Astragalus spruneri found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

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