Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
gypsocola
ID:
554312

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maassoumi & Podlech

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.6: 202 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553644

Common Names

  • Gypsocola Milkvetch
  • Gypsocole Milkvetch
  • Gypsocole's Milkvetch

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Description

Astragalus gypsocola (also called Gypsum Milk-Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base and hairy stems. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus gypsocola has been used in traditional Chinese medicine as an immunostimulant and to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and asthma. It has also been used to reduce inflammation and to treat digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus gypsocola has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus gypsocola is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow in most soils. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings in late summer.

Where to Find Astragalus gypsocola

Astragalus gypsocola can be found in the mountains of central and southern Europe, from the Pyrenees to the Caucasus, at elevations of 1,500–2,500 m.

Astragalus gypsocola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus gypsocola?

Astragalus gypsocola

What is the common name of Astragalus gypsocola?

Gypsocola

What type of plant is Astragalus gypsocola?

Herb

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

Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
Ali Asghar Maassoumi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maassoumi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:986130-1: Based on the initial data import