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Astragalus trimestris
Scientific Name: Astragalus trimestris
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
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Astragalus trimestris
Astragalus trimestris, also known by its Hebrew name קדד אפיל, is a plant with intriguing characteristics and a wide distribution. This page provides information about its classification, distribution, ecological role, and other interesting facts.
Considerations for Pets
- Some Astragalus species, including Astragalus trimestris, are known to synthesize nitro compounds.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Astragalus trimestris L.
- Family: Fabaceae (also referred to as Leguminosae or rtvxter)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Synonyms:
- Astragalus aegiceras Willd.
- Astragalus uncatus L.
- Astragalus trojanus Stev.
- Astragalus tumidus Willd.
- Astragalus tymphresteus Boiss. u. Sprun.
- Astragalus uligmosus M. Bieb.
Distribution and Habitat
- Astragalus trimestris has been recorded in Saudi Arabia and grows in desert habitats. It is also found in Egypt.
- Euro+Med PlantBase lists the species.
Morphological Characteristics
- Petals: 5
- Leaf Form: Pinnate
- Leaf Margin: Entire
- Life Form: Annual
- The plant exhibits the following parts: habit, flower, calyx, standard, wings, keel, androecium, and gynoecium.
Genetic and Cytological Information
- Astragalus trimestris has a chromosome number based on x = 6, with 2n = 12.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Phytochemical investigations have been conducted on aerial parts of Astragalus trimestris.