Astragalus maritimus
Astragalus maritimus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Astragalus maritimus, scientifically known as Astragalus maritimus, is a resilient perennial herb native to coastal environments. Renowned for its ability to thrive in saline soils, this medicinal plant offers unique therapeutic potential. It is traditionally valued in herbal medicine for supporting immune function and promoting overall systemic vitality.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Seed
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Astragalus maritimusSources: Wikidata
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 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 |
|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Reproduction
The reproduction of Astragalus maritimus is characterized by specific seed metrics that define its reproductive output and potential for dispersal. The seeds produced by this species exhibit a highly uniform mass, with no variance observed across the sampled population. Specifically, the seed mass remains constant at a mean value of 0.00399 g, which is simultaneously reflected as both the maximum and minimum seed mass recorded. This precise consistency in seed weight suggests a highly regulated developmental process during the maturation of the reproductive structures, ensuring that each unit of dispersal carries a standardized amount of nutrient reserves.
- Seed mass mean:
- 0.00399 g
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Astragalus maritimus has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include seed.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Seed
- The Italian journal of biochemistry
Chemicals
Astragalus maritimus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Ferriprotoporphyrin IX, IRON, Peroxidase.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ferriprotoporphyrin IX | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| IRON | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Peroxidase | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ferriprotoporphyrin IX
- The Italian journal of biochemistry
IRON
- The Italian journal of biochemistry
Peroxidase
- The Italian journal of biochemistry