Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tegulensis
ID:
746787

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bacch. & Brullo

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Candollea65: 6 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746120



Common Names

  • Astragalus tegulensis
  • Tegulensis Astragalus
  • Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus tegulensis (also called Tegul Astragalus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that can grow up to 1m in height. It is native to East Asia and is found in grasslands and along roadsides. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are white.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus tegulensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. The leaves can be used to make herbal teas and the flowers can be used as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus tegulensis is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus tegulensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Astragalus tegulensis

Astragalus tegulensis is found in the Sonoran Desert of Arizona and Mexico.

Astragalus tegulensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus tegulensis?

Astragalus tegulensis

What is the family of Astragalus tegulensis?

Fabaceae

What is the habitat of Astragalus tegulensis?

Tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests

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

Salvatore Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.
Gianluigi Bacchetta (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bacch.' in the authors string.