Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
eriosphaerus
ID:
191018

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
P.E.Boissier, Fl. Orient.2: 347 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190347

Common Names

  • Eriosphaerus Milkvetch
  • Eriosphaerus Astragalus
  • Astragalus eriosphaerus

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Synonyms

  • Astracantha eriosphaera (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Podlech [deprecated]
  • Astragalus elymaiticus Boiss. & Hausskn. [unknown]
  • Astragalus andalanicus elymaiticus (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Sirj. [unknown]
  • Tragacantha eriosphaera (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astracantha eriosphaera (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Podlech [valid]
  • Astragalus andalanicus ovarts Širj. & Bornm. [valid]
  • Tragacantha elymaitica (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Astragalus eriosphaerus (also called Eriosphaerus Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that is native to Central Asia and the Middle East. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats and is characterized by its small, yellow-green flowers and its long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus eriosphaerus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye and for making paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus eriosphaerus has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed pods are small and contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus eriosphaerus is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in dry, rocky soils in the western United States. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. It can be propagated by division of the root crown in spring or fall.

Where to Find Astragalus eriosphaerus

Astragalus eriosphaerus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky slopes and open woodlands.

Astragalus eriosphaerus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus eriosphaerus?

Astragalus eriosphaerus

What is the common name of Astragalus eriosphaerus?

Eriosphaerus Astragalus

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus eriosphaerus?

It is found in dry, rocky soils, and is native to the Caucasus region

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:477341-1: Based on the initial data import