Astragalus maritimus
Astragalus maritimus, commonly known as sea milkvetch, is a resilient perennial herb native to coastal environments. Characterized by its distinctive pea-like flowers and ability to thrive in saline soils, this plant plays a vital role in stabilizing dunes. It is increasingly studied for its unique ecological and medicinal properties.
- Scientific name: Astragalus maritimus
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales. Finally, it is a member of the family Fabaceae and falls under the genus Astragalus.
| 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, known scientifically as Astragalus maritimus, is referred to by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly called sea milkvetch, while in French, it is known as astragale maritime. In Spanish, the species is referred to as astrágalo marítimo, and in German, it is known as meersenf-astragal.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Astragalus maritimus, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural occurrence is primarily concentrated within the region of Southwestern Europe. Specifically, the species is found inhabiting the unique landscapes of Sardegna. Due to this localized presence, it is considered an endemic feature of that particular Mediterranean island. Understanding this restricted distribution is essential for the conservation and study of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Astragalus maritimus, is a species within the legume family, and its reproductive cycle relies heavily on the development of its seeds. These seeds are contained within legume-style pods that form after the flowering stage, serving as the primary vehicle for the plant's dispersal and genetic continuity. In many medicinal studies involving the Astragalus genus, the biochemical properties found within the seeds can be of interest, as they contain the concentrated essence required to initiate the next generation of the species.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seeds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Astragalus maritimus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ferriprotoporphyrin IX, iron, peroxidase.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ferriprotoporphyrin IX | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| iron | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| peroxidase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |