Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
birdjandicus
ID:
190531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Parsa

Source:
ildis

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.3: 192 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189860

Common Names

  • Birdjand's Milkvetch
  • Birdjand's Astragalus
  • Birdjand's Locoweed

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus birjandieus Parsa [unknown]

Description

Astragalus birdjandicus (also called Birdjand's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has long, hairy stems and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in grasslands, sagebrush, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus birdjandicus is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Astragalus birdjandicus are small, yellow-green, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus birdjandicus can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water once established.

Where to Find Astragalus birdjandicus

Astragalus birdjandicus is native to western Asia, from Iran to Turkey. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as grasslands, steppes, and open woodlands.

Astragalus birdjandicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus birdjandicus?

Astragalus birdjandicus

What is the common name of Astragalus birdjandicus?

Birdjand Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus birdjandicus?

Astragalus birdjandicus is found in dry areas of Iran.

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