Astragalus chrysochlorus
Astragalus chrysochlorus, commonly known as a specialized member of the legume family, is a medicinal plant valued for its unique phytochemical profile. Native to specific ecological niches, it contains bioactive compounds that offer potential therapeutic benefits, particularly in supporting immune function and addressing various traditional medicinal applications in herbalism.
- Scientific name: Astragalus chrysochlorus
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following its classification through the subclass Magnoliidae and order Fabales, it is a member of the family Fabaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Astragalus and the specific species Astragalus chrysochlorus.
| 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 chrysochlorus, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the golden milkvetch, while in Spanish, it is known as la alfalfa de oro. In French, the species is called la luzerne dorée, and in German, it is identified as die Gold-Milchvetch.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Astragalus chrysochlorus, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its occurrence is primarily documented within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, the species is found growing in the natural landscapes of Türkiye. This localized distribution suggests that the plant is highly adapted to the unique environmental conditions found in this particular territory. Consequently, its presence is a distinct botanical characteristic of the Turkish landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Astragalus chrysochlorus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include selenium.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| selenium | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |