Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tymphresteus
ID:
164304

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Spruner

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
P.E.Boissier, Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 63 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163633

Common Names

  • Tymphresteus Milk Vetch
  • Tymphresteus Vetch
  • Tymphresteus Busy Lizzie

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus angustifolius tymphresteus (Boiss. & Spruner) Hayek [unknown]
  • Tragacantha tymphrestea (Boiss. & Spruner) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus tymphresteus (also called 'Tymphresteus Milkvetch', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry habitats. It has a woody stem and leaves that are pinnate in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus tymphresteus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in landscaping to control erosion on slopes. The plant is drought-tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat respiratory and digestive ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus tymphresteus has yellow-orange flowers that are clustered in a raceme. The seed pods are cylindrical and contain several seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus tymphresteus is a perennial native to Europe. It is an evergreen perennial that can grow up to 2 feet tall. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Astragalus tymphresteus

Astragalus tymphresteus is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in grasslands and open woodlands.

Astragalus tymphresteus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus tymphresteus?

Astragalus tymphresteus

What is the common name of Astragalus tymphresteus?

Tymphrestus Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus tymphresteus?

It grows in dry, rocky places in the Mediterranean region

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm von Spruner (1805-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:480343-1: Based on the initial data import