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Astragalus globuliflorus (1 Page of 5) The Astragalus globuliflorus plant species is found in W. Asia - Iraq. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Astragalus globuliflorus Family: Leguminosae Author: Boiss. Known Hazards: Many members of this genus contain toxic glycosides[65]. All species with edible seedpods can be distinguished by their fleshy round or oval seedpod that looks somewhat like a greengage[85]. A number of species can also accumulate toxic levels of selenium when grown in soils that are relatively rich in that element[65]. Mature Height: 0.2 Mature Width: Habitat: Oak forests in the upper forest zone on rocky mountain slopes, 1400 - 1700 metres in Iraq[114].
Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it could succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. Whilst it is likely to tolerate low temperatures it may not be so happy with a wet winter. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus.
Requires a dry well-drained soil in a sunny position[1]. Succeeds in poor soils[200].
Plants are intolerant of root disturbance and are best planted in their final positions whilst still small[200].
This plant is a sub-shrub and although it produces woody stems these tend to die back almost to the base each winter.
This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby[200]. Many members of this genus can be difficult to grow, this may be due partly to a lack of their specific bacterial associations in the soil[200].
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