Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
viridissimus
ID:
555409

Status:
valid

Authors:
Freyn & Sint.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z.42: 48 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554741

Common Names

  • Astragalus Viridissimus
  • Greenest Milkvetch
  • Greenest Astragalus

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus trapezunticus Širj. & Bornm. [valid]

Description

Astragalus viridissimus (also called Viridissimus milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and a short stem. It is native to the Caucasus and Turkey and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus viridissimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green keel. Seed: small, brown, and round. Seedlings: small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus viridissimus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. It can be pruned back in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Astragalus viridissimus

Astragalus viridissimus is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sunny areas, such as grasslands and open woodlands.

Astragalus viridissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus viridissimus?

Astragalus viridissimus

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus viridissimus?

Astragalus viridissimus is native to the Caucasus region.

What are the characteristics of Astragalus viridissimus?

Astragalus viridissimus is a perennial herb with small, yellow flowers and long, thin stems.

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

Josef Franz Freyn (1845-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Freyn' in the authors string.
Paul Sintenis (1847-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sint.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:480503-1: Based on the initial data import