Astragalus hirsutus
Astragalus hirsutus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Astragalus hirsutus, scientifically known as Astragalus hirsutus, is a resilient perennial herb native to the mountainous regions of India. Renowned in Ayurvedic medicine, it is highly valued for its potent adaptogenic properties, traditionally used to enhance vitality, support immune function, and promote overall longevity and physical strength.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Astragalus Hirsutus Var. Hispidus · Tragacantha Hirsuta · 7 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Astragalus hirsutusSynonyms
- Astragalus hirsutus var. hispidus
- Tragacantha hirsuta
- Tragacantha chlorosphaera
- Astragalus hirsutus subsp. alindanus
- Tragacantha alindana
- Astragalus hirsutus subsp. paraglobosus
- Astragalus globigerus
- Astragalus chlorosphaerus
- Astragalus alindanus
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
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 and is identified by the genus Astragalus.
| 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, known scientifically as Astragalus hirsutus, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural occurrence is primarily confined to the region of Western Asia. Within this vast territory, it can be found growing specifically in Türkiye. Due to this narrow distribution, the species is highly localized to certain environmental conditions found in that area. Understanding this single-country presence is essential for studying its natural habitat and conservation needs.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Astragalus hirsutus has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant
- Food and chemical toxicology : an international journal published for the British Industrial Biological Research Association