Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
astroites
ID:
189469

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Trautv.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Bull. Sci. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg8: 271 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188798



Common Names

  • Astroites Medicago
  • Astroites Alfalfa
  • Medicago Astroites


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Synonyms

  • Trigonella astroites Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [valid]
  • Trigonella sinuata Boiss. [valid]
  • Telis astroites Kuntze [valid]
  • Trigonella astroites amasiaca Širj. [valid]
  • Trigonella astroites subsessilis Zohary [valid]

Description

Medicago astroites (also called 'Astroites Medick', 'Astroites Medicago' and 'Astroites', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has yellow flowers and is native to India. It is found in open woodland, heath and shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Medicago astroites is used for its edible beans, which are high in protein and fiber. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medicago astroites has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medicago astroites is a fast-growing, perennial shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Medicago astroites

Medicago astroites is native to Europe and Asia. It is found in Bulgaria, Greece, and Turkey.

Medicago astroites FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medicago astroites?

Medicago astroites

What is the family of Medicago astroites?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Medicago astroites?

Astroites Medicago

Species in the Medicago genus

Medicago secundiflora, Medicago minima, Medicago fischeriana, Medicago monantha, Medicago orthoceras, Medicago polyceratia, Medicago medicaginoides, Medicago heldreichii, Medicago rigida, Medicago brachycarpa, Medicago ruthenica, Medicago papillosa, Medicago radiata, Medicago platycarpa, Medicago monspeliaca, Medicago bonarotiana, Medicago carstiensis, Medicago daghestanica, Medicago minima, Medicago astroites, Medicago crassipes, Medicago edgeworthii, Medicago laxispira, Medicago noeana, Medicago persica, Medicago phrygia, Medicago retrorsa, Medicago constricta, Medicago globosa, Medicago heyniana, Medicago ovalis, Medicago archiducis-nicolai, Medicago lanigera, Medicago sinskiae, Medicago makranica, Medicago arabica, Medicago arborea, Medicago coronata, Medicago disciformis, Medicago doliata, Medicago falcata, Medicago granadensis, Medicago granatensis, Medicago hypogaea, Medicago intertexta, Medicago tornata, Medicago laciniata, Medicago littoralis, Medicago lupulina, Medicago marina,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Ernst Rudolf von Trautvetter (1809-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trautv.' in the authors string.