Astragalus pycnocephalus

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Distribution

This plant is geographically concentrated within the specific regions of Western Asia. Its natural occurrence can be documented across several distinct countries in this part of the world. Specifically, it is found growing in the territories of Iran. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the landscape of Iraq. Finally, its range extends into the country of Türkiye.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Astragalus pycnocephalus is characterized by its preference for high-altitude environments, specifically thriving within a defined elevational range that spans from 1700 m to a maximum of 2200 m AMSL. This species is typically found inhabiting rugged mountainous terrain, where it demonstrates a specialized adaptation to stony places. These rocky substrates and montane habitats suggest a plant that is well-suited to well-drained, mineral-rich soils and the unique climatic conditions found in high-elevation alpine or subalpine zones.

Elevational range max:

2200 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

1700 m AMSL

Habitat :

mountains, stony places

Morphology

The morphology of Astragalus pycnocephalus is characterized by a distinct growth form as a shrub, exhibiting a robust and well-developed structure. This plant possesses a woody habit, with its stems and branches undergoing secondary growth to provide the structural integrity necessary for its perennial life cycle.

Growth form :

shrub

Woodiness :

woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Astragalus pycnocephalus is primarily characterized by its seasonal flowering period, which dictates its reproductive cycle. The plant begins its flowering phase in June, marking the onset of its reproductive activity. This flowering period continues through the early summer months, eventually reaching its conclusion in July. This specific temporal window for blooming ensures that the plant's reproductive efforts are synchronized with favorable environmental conditions during the mid-year period.

Flowering time :

Jun

Flowering time :

Jul

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Astragalus pycnocephalus 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 root.

Root

1. Journal of natural products

Preparations

Astragalus pycnocephalus has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include roots.

Roots

1. Journal of natural products