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Astragalus commixtus

Scientific Name: Astragalus commixtus

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

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Astragalus commixtus

Astragalus commixtus, a member of the Milkvetches (Genus Astragalus), is a plant species within the Fabaceae family. It is also known by the common name "k?v?rc?k geven" in some regions.

Considerations for Pets

  • Astragalus is also known as milkvetch, astragales, or locoweed.
  • Stems can reach up to 10 cm and have appressed hairs up to 1mm

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus commixtus Bunge
  • Species Authority: Bunge
  • Family: Fabaceae (also referred to as Leguminosae)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Synonyms:
    • Astragalus affghanus Boiss.
    • Astragalus afghanicus Bornm.
    • Astragalus brahuicus
    • Astragalus karelini Fisch (as a synonym for Astragalus karelini Fisch)
    • Astragalus commixtus var. abbreviatus Popov (Synonym for Astragalus stalinskyi)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Unranked: Galegeae

Distribution and Habitat

  • Astragalus commixtus is found in regions including China, Iran, Caucasus, Russia, O. Asia, Palestine and Syria.
  • It grows in fields and along roadsides.
  • It can be found at elevations of 1100-1300 meters.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Stems range from 0.5-10 cm in length.
  • Stems are covered with appressed hairs up to 1 mm long.
  • It is a therophyte (annual plant).

Additional Information

  • The species is considered critically endangered.
  • It flowers in May and June.
  • The plant does not fear cold weather and can be grown outdoors year-round.

Resources and Further Information

  • Tropicos
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • USDA Plants Database
  • iNaturalist.org
  • Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Herbarium (E)
  • World Plants
  • Drone-Application-Server database