Astragalus oxytropifolius
Astragalus oxytropifolius · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Astragalus oxytropifolius, scientifically known as Astragalus oxytropifolius, is a resilient medicinal shrub native to arid regions. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, this plant is traditionally utilized in herbal medicine to bolster immune function, reduce inflammation, and support overall vitality, offering significant therapeutic potential in modern phytotherapy.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Tragacantha Oxytropifolia · Astragalus Chlorophaeus · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Astragalus oxytropifoliusSynonyms
- Tragacantha oxytropifolia
- Astragalus chlorophaeus
- Astragalus oxytropifolius subsp. chlorophaeus
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Astragalus, specifically as the species Astragalus oxytropifolius.
| 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 oxytropifolius, exhibits a specific and localized geographical distribution. Its presence is primarily documented within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, the species is native to the territory of Türkiye. This narrow range suggests that the plant is adapted to the particular environmental conditions found in this part of the world. Consequently, researchers focusing on its habitat concentrate their efforts within these specific Turkish landscapes.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Astragalus oxytropifolius has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Journal of pharmaceutical analysis