Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus
Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus, commonly known as goat milk astragalus, is a resilient perennial herb native to specific montane regions. Renowned in traditional herbalism, this subspecies is valued for its bioactive compounds, which are studied for their potential immunomodulatory, antioxidant, and adaptogenic properties in supporting overall human wellness.
- Scientific name: Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
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 | 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, Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently referred to as goat milk astragalus, while in Spanish, it is commonly called astrágalo de cabra. In French, the species is identified as astragale de chèvre, and in German, it is known as Ziegenmilch-Astragalus.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Cyprus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Palestine | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Astragalus caprinus subsp. caprinus, utilizes its extensive root system as a vital component of its biological structure. In many species within the Astragalus genus, the roots serve not only to anchor the plant firmly in the soil but also to function as a storage organ for nutrients and water. In the context of medicinal botany, the roots of such plants are often the primary focus for study, as they frequently contain the concentrated bioactive compounds used in traditional herbal practices.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
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.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |