Status:
valid
Authors:
Maassoumi & Kaz.Osaloo
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.11: 138 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553782
Common Names
- Kalatehensis Astragalus
- Astragalus Kalatehensis
- Kalatehensis Milkvetch
Description
Astragalus kalatehensis (also called Kalateh Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Iran. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, and is found in steppe and semi-desert habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus kalatehensis is used as a traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, coughs, and fever. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to boost the immune system.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus kalatehensis is a small, yellowish-white flower with a long, slender spur. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus kalatehensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer. Division is best carried out in spring or autumn. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up the smaller divisions and grow them on in a cold frame until they are established.
Where to Find Astragalus kalatehensis
Astragalus kalatehensis can be found in the mountains of western North America, from British Columbia to California.
Astragalus kalatehensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus kalatehensis?
Astragalus kalatehensis
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus kalatehensis?
Astragalus kalatehensis is found in the mountains of Iran.
What are the uses of Astragalus kalatehensis?
Astragalus kalatehensis is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
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