Astragalus globosus
Astragalus globosus, commonly known as a medicinal legume, is a resilient plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Often found in diverse ecosystems, it contains bioactive compounds used in traditional medicine to support immune function and overall vitality. This study explores its botanical characteristics and potential pharmacological applications.
- Scientific name: Astragalus globosus
- 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 globosus.
| 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 globosus, is known by the common name Գազ գնդաձև in Armenian (hy).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| hy | Գազ գնդաձև | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Astragalus globosus, exhibits a specific and localized geographical distribution. Its presence is primarily documented within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, this medicinal species can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Türkiye. Due to this limited range, it is considered a characteristic component of the local flora in that territory. Understanding such precise habitats is essential for the conservation and study of this particular botanical species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Astragalus globosus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include diosmetin-7-O-rutinoside, isorhamnetin-3-O-rutinoside, quercetin-3-O-galactoside.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| diosmetin-7-O-rutinoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isorhamnetin-3-O-rutinoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin-3-O-galactoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Astragalus globosus has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Apoptotic, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Apoptotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Astragalus globosus has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include MDA-MB-231 cell line.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| MDA-MB-231 cell line | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |