Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
prominens
ID:
208194

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boriss.) Boriss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
V.L.Komarov (ed.), Fl. URSS12: 357 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207523

Common Names

  • Prominens Astragalus
  • Prominens Milkvetch
  • Astragalus prominens

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Synonyms

  • Astracantha prominens (Boriss.) Podlech [deprecated]
  • Tragacantha prominens Boriss. [valid]
  • Astracantha prominens (Boriss.) Podlech [valid]

Description

Astragalus prominens (also called Astragalus prominens, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It is found in dry, rocky meadows and grasslands, and has small, yellow flowers and grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus prominens has been used as a medicinal plant for centuries and is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-cancer properties. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus prominens is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with five leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus prominens is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Once established, the plants will self-seed.

Where to Find Astragalus prominens

Astragalus prominens is native to Iran and can be found in arid and semi-arid regions.

Astragalus prominens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus prominens?

Astragalus prominens

What are the common names of Astragalus prominens?

Prominent Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus prominens?

Dry hillsides and steppes

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