Astragalus thracicus subsp. thracicus
Astragalus thracicus subsp. thracicus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Astragalus thracicus subsp. thracicus, is a specialized medicinal legume native to specific regional terrains. Renowned in traditional herbalism, this subspecies is valued for its unique phytochemical profile. It is frequently studied for its potential therapeutic properties, particularly regarding immune support and overall systemic wellness.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Astracantha Mitchelliana · Tragacantha Mitchelliana · 20 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Astragalus thracicus subsp. thracicusSynonyms
- Astracantha mitchelliana
- Tragacantha mitchelliana
- Astragalus thracicus subsp. trojanus
- Astragalus pennatus subsp. idae
- Astragalus creticus subsp. samius
- Astracantha warburgii
- Astracantha trojana
- Astracantha idae
- Astragalus trojanus var. eriocladus
- Astragalus thracicus subsp. baytopianus
- Astragalus thracicus var. longidens
- Astragalus thracicus var. dojranense
- Astragalus trojanus
- Astragalus trojanus var. burnovensis
- Astragalus parnassi var. samothracius
- Astragalus mitchellianus
- Astragalus pseudoparnassi
- Astragalus ptilodes subsp. paraptilodes
- Astragalus idae
- Astragalus creticus var. samius
- Tragacantha trojana
- Astragalus warburgii
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, falling within the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Astragalus as the subspecies Astragalus thracicus subsp. thracicus.
| 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 is primarily distributed across specific regions of Southeastern Europe and Western Asia. Within Southeastern Europe, it can be found growing in the country of Greece. Additionally, the species inhabits the European portion of Türkiye. Its range also extends into the Western Asian territories of Türkiye. Consequently, its habitat is concentrated within these distinct Mediterranean and Anatolian landscapes.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
| Southeastern Europe | Türkiye-in-Europe |
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Astragalus thracicus subsp. thracicus 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.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Journal of natural products
Chemicals
Astragalus thracicus subsp. thracicus has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Arabinopyranose, Glucopyranose, Rhamnopyranose, XYLOPYRANOSE.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Arabinopyranose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Glucopyranose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Rhamnopyranose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| XYLOPYRANOSE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Arabinopyranose
- Journal of natural products
Glucopyranose
- Journal of natural products
Rhamnopyranose
- Journal of natural products
XYLOPYRANOSE
- Journal of natural products