Astragalus nigrocalycinus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigrocalycinus
ID:
554781
Status:
valid
Authors:
Podlech
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Sendtnera6: 139 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554113
Common Names
- Nigrocalycinus Milkvetch
- Nigrocalycinus's Milkvetch
- Nigrocalycinus Milk-Vetch
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Astragalus nigrocalycinus (also called Black-flowered Milk-vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in rocky and sandy soils. It has white, hairy stems and leaves, and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus nigrocalycinus is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus nigrocalycinus is a small, yellow-green, pea-like flower with a white center. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white center. The seedling is a small, round seedling with a white center and a few small, yellow-green leaves.
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Astragalus nigrocalycinus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Astragalus nigrocalycinus
Astragalus nigrocalycinus is found in the Middle East, particularly in Iran and Iraq.
Astragalus nigrocalycinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus nigrocalycinus?
Astragalus nigrocalycinus
What is the common name of Astragalus nigrocalycinus?
Black-flowered Milkvetch
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus nigrocalycinus?
Astragalus nigrocalycinus is found in dry, open grasslands and woodlands
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1011925-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus nigrocalycinus Podlech: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.