Astragalus daryouchianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
daryouchianus
ID:
554074
Status:
valid
Authors:
Parsa
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Fl. Iran2: 246 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553406
Common Names
- Astragalus daryouchianus
- Daryouchianus Astragalus
- Daryouchianus Milkvetch
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- Astragalus calavriformis Parsa [valid]
Description
Astragalus daryouchianus (also called Daryouchi Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and has small yellow flowers and narrow, pointed leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus daryouchianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus daryouchianus is a pale yellow, pea-like flower with a white or yellowish center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a white or yellowish center.
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Astragalus daryouchianus can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in early spring and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix. Water the plants regularly and fertilize them every spring.
Where to Find Astragalus daryouchianus
Astragalus daryouchianus can be found in Iran.
Astragalus daryouchianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus daryouchianus?
Astragalus daryouchianus
What is the common name of Astragalus daryouchianus?
Daryouchian Milk Vetch
What is the growth habit of Astragalus daryouchianus?
It is an erect, perennial herb with a woody base
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
Ahmad Parsa (1907-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parsa' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:477051-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus daryouchianus Parsa: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.