Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
palaestinus
ID:
554850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eig

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.72: 124 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554182

Common Names

  • Palaestinus Astragalus
  • Astragalus Palaestinus
  • Astragalus Palaestinus

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Description

Astragalus palaestinus (also called Palestine 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 palaestinus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties. It is also used to treat various ailments, including fever, diarrhea, and asthma.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astragalus palaestinus var. hierosolymitanus (Eig) Podlech
Astragalus palaestinus var. jordanensis (Eig) Podlech
Astragalus palaestinus var. palaestinus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus palaestinus has yellow flowers with a long, narrow seed pod. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus palaestinus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Propagation from cuttings is the easiest way to propagate this plant. Take cuttings in early spring and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Astragalus palaestinus

Astragalus palaestinus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Astragalus palaestinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus palaestinus?

Astragalus palaestinus

What is the common name of Astragalus palaestinus?

Palestine Milkvetch

Where is Astragalus palaestinus found?

It is found in Israel, Palestine, and Jordan

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