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Astragalus austriacus
Scientific Name: Astragalus austriacus
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
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Astragalus austriacus
Astragalus austriacus, also known as Austrian milkvetch, is a plant species belonging to the family Fabaceae (also known as Leguminosae or Hlsenfrchtler/bobovit in some languages).
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Astragalus austriacus Jacq.
- Family: Fabaceae (Leguminosae)
- Synonyms:
- Phaca austriaca Medik.
- Astragalus dichopterus Pall.
- Astragalus olopterus DC.
Distribution and Habitat
Astragalus austriacus is native to Eurasia, specifically from Southwestern Europe.
Morphological Characteristics
- The plant is described as a herb, typically growing to a height of 20-30 cm (sometimes more).
- Stems can be lying to ascending.
- It is described as a delicate plant, resembling vetch in habit (though with imparipinnate leaves and no tendrils).
- Flowers are 5-8 mm.