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Astragalus penduliflorus

Scientific Name: Astragalus penduliflorus

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

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Astragalus penduliflorus: Unveiling the Mountain Lentil

Astragalus penduliflorus, commonly known as Mountain Lentil, is a fascinating plant belonging to the legume family. This page explores its taxonomy, distribution, and other interesting details.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant produces seed pods.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus penduliflorus Lam.
  • Common Names: Mountain Lentil
  • Family: Fabaceae (Leguminosae)
  • Synonyms:
    • Astragalus alpinus (L.) E. Sheld.
    • Colutea alpina (L.) Lam.
    • Phaca alpina, L.
    • Phaca penduliflora, (Lam.) Bech.
    • Phaca penduliflora, (Lam.) Dusen
    • Tragacantha penduliflora
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Varieties mentioned:
    • Astragalus penduliflorus var. dahuricus (DC.)
    • Astragalus penduliflorus var. minhensis
    • Astragalus penduliflorus var. mongholicus
    • Astragalus penduliflorus var. pallidipurpureus (P.G.Xiao) X.Y.Zhu.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Astragalus penduliflorus has a widespread Eurasian-mountain distribution.
  • It is found throughout the Alpine arc.
  • Specifically mentioned locations include:
    • Catalonia (Alt Empord, Baix Empord, Garrotxa)
    • Riale, Italy
    • The Alps

Morphological Characteristics

  • It is described as a hairy, upright, perennial plant.
  • The plant has pinnate foliage.

Quirky Facts

  • In different languages, Astragalus penduliflorus translates to names like "Smllvedel" in Swedish, "kozinec ponikl / kozinec ovisnut" in another language, and "Hngebltiger Tragant" which is possibly German. This illustrates the plant's presence and recognition across diverse European cultures.

Genetic and Cytological Information

  • Research has been conducted on the karyotype of Astragalus penduliflorus populations, involving Q cluster analysis.

Resources and Further Information

  • EOL (Encyclopedia of Life)
  • USDA Plant Hardiness Map
  • RHS (Royal Horticultural Society)
  • Tropicos
  • IPCN
  • World Plants
  • The Plant List
  • Discover Life
  • B and T World Seeds' database