Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
oligoflorus
ID:
554813

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maassoumi, Ghahrem. & Javadi

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Gen. Astragalus Iran5: 414 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554145

Common Names

  • Oligoflorus Milkvetch
  • Oligoflorus's Milkvetch
  • Oligoflorus Milk-Vetch

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Description

Astragalus oligoflorus (also called Few-flowered Milk-vetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Europe, where it is found in grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus oligoflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus oligoflorus has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and yellow.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus oligoflorus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.

Where to Find Astragalus oligoflorus

Astragalus oligoflorus is native to North America and can be found in dry, open habitats.

Astragalus oligoflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus oligoflorus?

Astragalus oligoflorus

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus oligoflorus?

Grassy slopes

What is the flower color of Astragalus oligoflorus?

White or yellow

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

Ali Asghar Maassoumi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maassoumi' in the authors string.
Mohammad Ali Ghahremani: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ghahrem.' in the authors string.
Javadi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Javadi' in the authors string.