Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
globiceps
ID:
190094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada7: 372 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189423

Common Names

  • Globiceps Milkvetch
  • Globiceps Vetch
  • Globiceps Goat's-thorn

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus globiceps globiceps [unknown]
  • Astragalus flavicomus Bunge [valid]
  • Astragalus timuranus Franch. [valid]
  • Astragalus jakkabagi Lipsky [valid]
  • Astragalus czuiliensis Golosk. [valid]
  • Astragalus agameticus Lipsky [valid]
  • Tragacantha globiceps (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Alopecias globiceps (Bunge) Nevski [valid]
  • Astragalus macrosphaerus Freyn & Sint. [valid]
  • Astragalus sphaeroideus Popov [unknown]
  • Astragalus androssowi Litv. [valid]
  • Astragalus globiceps jakkabagi (Lipsky) Popov [valid]
  • Astragalus globiceps sphaeroides Popov [valid]
  • Astragalus globiceps agameticus (Lipsky) Popov [unknown]
  • Astragalus globiceps euagameticus Popov [invalid]

Description

Astragalus globiceps (also called Globehead Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a short stem, and its leaves are pinnate with a few leaflets. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus globiceps is used to treat a variety of conditions, including fatigue, colds, flu, and other respiratory illnesses. It is also used to boost the immune system, reduce inflammation, and improve digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus globiceps is a small, white, pea-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus globiceps is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Astragalus globiceps

Astragalus globiceps is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Iran.

Astragalus globiceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus globiceps?

Astragalus globiceps

What is the common name of Astragalus globiceps?

Globiceps Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus globiceps?

Astragalus globiceps is found in dry, rocky slopes in 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