Astragalus quisqualis

Astragalus quisqualis

Overview

Astragalus quisqualis is a perennial milkvetch native to Central Asia, inhabiting dry rocky slopes and steppe grasslands. Its unusual epithet quisqualis is

Astragalus quisqualis is a perennial milkvetch native to Central Asia, inhabiting dry rocky slopes and steppe grasslands. Its unusual epithet quisqualis is a Latin term meaning of uncertain status or whatsoever, possibly reflecting difficulties in its early taxonomic placement. It contributes to the remarkable species richness of Astragalus across the Central Asian flora.

Taxonomy

Ordre Fabales
Famille Fabaceae (Legume family)
Species Astragalus quisqualis

Questions fréquentes

What family does Astragalus quisqualis belong to?
Astragalus quisqualis (Astragalus quisqualis) belongs to the family Fabaceae in the order Fabales.

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