Astragalus plumosus subsp. plumosus
Astrahalus plumosus subsp. plumosus, commonly known as the Plumose Milkvetch, is a perennial herb native to specific arid regions. Distinguished by its feathery, plume-like foliage and delicate yellow flowers, this subspecies plays a vital role in its ecosystem, providing essential nectar for pollinators and stabilizing fragile soil structures.
- Scientific name: Astragalus plumosus subsp. plumosus
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls into the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Astragalus as the specific subspecies Astragalus plumosus subsp. plumosus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Astragalus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural occurrence is primarily concentrated within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, the distribution of Astragalus plumosus subsp. plumosus is found in Türkiye. This narrow habitat suggests that the species is highly adapted to the particular environmental conditions of this country. Consequently, its presence is a defining feature of the local botanical landscape in that area.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Activities
Astragalus plumosus subsp. plumosus 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 | ★☆☆☆☆ |