Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tauricolus
ID:
195582

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194911

Common Names

  • Tauricolus Milkvetch
  • Tauric Milkvetch
  • Tauric Peavine

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Description

Astragalus tauricolus (also called Tauric Milkvetch, Tauric Astragalus, and many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Turkey, and is found in a variety of habitats, from dry deciduous forests to rainforests and mangroves. It typically grows up to 1 metre tall, with a trunk up to 0.5 metres in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus tauricolus is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin problems, and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus tauricolus has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus tauricolus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings of about 5-7 cm in length and root them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for the cuttings to root.

Where to Find Astragalus tauricolus

Astragalus tauricolus is native to the Middle East, and can be found in parts of Iran, Iraq, and Turkey.

Astragalus tauricolus FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus tauricolus?

Astragalus tauricolus is native to Iran.

What is the flowering period of Astragalus tauricolus?

Astragalus tauricolus typically flowers in the spring.

What is the average height of Astragalus tauricolus?

Astragalus tauricolus typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-41534: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.