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Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus

Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Scientifically known as Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus, is a resilient medicinal legume native to specific arid regions. Renowned for its therapeutic potential, this subspecies contains bioactive compounds used in traditional medicine to support immune function and vitality. Understanding its unique botanical properties offers valuable insights into natural healing practices.

Family
Fabaceae
Native range
Africa
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Astragalus Caprinus Var. Reboudii · Astragalus Lanigerus Var. Reboudii · 25 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls into the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Specifically, it is a member of the genus Astragalus, categorized under the subspecies caprinus.

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, Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus, is primarily found throughout the North African region. Its natural range encompasses several distinct countries across this part of the continent. Specifically, it can be located within the territories of Algeria and Egypt. Furthermore, the species is distributed across the landscapes of Libya and Morocco. Finally, its geographical presence extends to the nation of Tunisia.

Region Area
Northern Africa Algeria
Northern Africa Egypt
Northern Africa Libya
Northern Africa Morocco
Northern Africa Tunisia
Western Asia Cyprus
Western Asia Iran
Western Asia Iraq
Western Asia Lebanon-Syria
Western Asia Palestine

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Plant parts reported in Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Root 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Root

  1. Phytochemistry

Chemicals

Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 7-hydroxy-2',3',4'-trimethoxyisoflavan.

Chemicals reported in Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
7-hydroxy-2',3',4'-trimethoxyisoflavan 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

7-hydroxy-2',3',4'-trimethoxyisoflavan

  1. Phytochemistry

Activities

Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial.

Activities reported in Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antimicrobial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antimicrobial

  1. Phytochemistry

Preparations

Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include roots.

Preparations reported for Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Roots 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Roots

  1. Phytochemistry