Astragalus sumarensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sumarensis
ID:
555261
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maassoumi
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.8: 319 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554593
Common Names
- Sumarensis Milkvetch
- Sumarensis Vetch
- Sumarensis Locoweed
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Astragalus sumarensis (also called Sumaren Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, woodlands, and shrublands. It has a low-growing, spreading habit with small, grey-green leaves and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus sumarensis is used as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus sumarensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus sumarensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 18 inches apart.
Where to Find Astragalus sumarensis
Astragalus sumarensis can be found in the mountains of eastern Turkey and northern Iraq.
Astragalus sumarensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus sumarensis?
Astragalus sumarensis
What is the common name of Astragalus sumarensis?
Sumar Milkvetch
Where is Astragalus sumarensis found?
Astragalus sumarensis is found in Turkey and Syria.
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
Ali Asghar Maassoumi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maassoumi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1017127-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus sumarensis Maassoumi: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.