Astragalus arpilobus subsp. hauarensis
Astragalus arpilobus subsp. hauarensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Astragalus arpilobus subsp. hauarensis, is a rare medicinal plant native to specific arid landscapes. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, this subspecies offers significant therapeutic potential. Researchers are increasingly exploring its bioactive compounds to develop novel treatments for inflammatory conditions and to bolster immune system resilience.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Astragalus arpilobus subsp. hauarensisSynonyms
- Tragacantha gyzensis
- Astragalus drepanocarpus
- Astragalus gyzensis
- Astragalus hauarensis
- Astragalus hauarensis var. glaber
- Astragalus saccharensis
- Astragalus sakkarensis
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Astragalus as the subspecies Astragalus aprillus subsp. hauarensis.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Astragalus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is found exclusively within the diverse landscapes of Northern Africa. Its geographical range spans several key countries across this expansive region. Specifically, it can be located in the territories of Algeria and Egypt. The species also inhabits parts of Libya and Morocco. Finally, its distribution extends to the coastal and inland areas of Tunisia.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria |
| Northern Africa | Egypt |
| Northern Africa | Libya |
| Northern Africa | Morocco |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Socotra |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan |
| Western Asia | Iran |
| Western Asia | Iraq |
| Western Asia | Palestine |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Astragalus arpilobus subsp. hauarensis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Saponins.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Saponins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Saponins
- Frontiers in nutrition