Astragalus brachystachys
Astragalus brachystachys, commonly known as a species of milkvetch, is a resilient medicinal plant native to specific arid regions. Valued in traditional herbalism, it is often studied for its potential immune-modulating properties. This hardy perennial offers unique phytochemical compounds that contribute to its significant role in natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Astragalus brachystachys
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Astragalus, with its specific species name being brachystachys.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Astragalus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Astragalus brachysta층ys, is recognized by its specific common name in Arabic as قتاد معري.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | قتاد معري | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found throughout the diverse landscapes of Western Asia. Its natural range includes significant populations located within the borders of Iran and Iraq. It also extends across the Levant, specifically inhabiting the regions of Lebanon-Syria and Palestine. Furthermore, the species is widely distributed throughout the territory of Türkiye. These specific locations define the primary geographical footprint of Astragalus brachystachys.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Palestine | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Astragalus brachystachys has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include hyperoside, p-coumaric acid, rutin.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hyperoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| p-coumaric acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Astragalus brachystachys has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticholinesterase, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticholinesterase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Astragalus brachystachys has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Enterococcus faecalis, aches.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Enterococcus faecalis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aches | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |