Astragalus macrocarpus subsp. lefkarensis (Lefkara Milk-Vetch)
Botanical Information
| Family | Leguminosae |
| Genus | Astragalus |
| Species | macrocarpus |
| Subspecies | lefkarensis |
| Origin | Cyprus, in the villages of Lefkara, Asgata, Alaminos and Kelokedara. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 30-60 cm |
| Flowering Period | March, April |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A critically endangered plant which is drought-resistant due to its thick hairs. An erect, hearty stem with alternating leaves and clusters of yellow flowers which grow from the leaf axils. |
| Habitat | Mountain slopes in low-growing secondary vegetation. |
| Leaf Description | Alternating leaves, composed of 15-30 leaflets, longer than they are wide. |
| Flower Description | Vibrant yellow flowers in groups of 3-9. |