Status:
valid
Authors:
Podlech
Source:
ildis
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München27: 63 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189710
Common Names
- Bazman Milkvetch
- Bazmanicus Milkvetch
- Bazmanicus Astragalus
Description
Astragalus bazmanicus (also called Bazman Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Ziarat District of Balochistan, Pakistan. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and has yellow-green flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus bazmanicus is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, as well as for its ornamental value in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astragalus bazmanicus are yellow and pea-like, with a calyx of five sepals and a corolla of five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus bazmanicus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. It is best propagated in spring or early summer when temperatures are warm. Seeds should be sown in a well-prepared seedbed and lightly covered with soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Astragalus bazmanicus
Astragalus bazmanicus is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington. It can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and open woodlands.
Astragalus bazmanicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus bazmanicus?
Astragalus bazmanicus
What is the common name of Astragalus bazmanicus?
Bazman Milkvetch
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus bazmanicus?
Astragalus bazmanicus is found in dry, rocky slopes in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
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