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Astragalus durandianus

Astragalus durandianus

Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Iraq
Status
Not Evaluated

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Mountain

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
C3 autotrophic photosynthesis, deep root mineral absorption, and carbon sequestration

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
deciduous summer foliage, vernal flowering, and seasonal seed dispersal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

Phenology: — The elevation range for A. durandianus is from 1600 m (South Khorassan Province) to 3500 m (Semnan Province). At the elevation of 3000 – 3500 m in Mazandaran and Semnan Provinces, the fruiting time is late, i. e. early July to late August. Therefore, the fruiting time range is estimated around July to September. In 1600 – 2500 m elevation and probably lower elevations in Khorassan Provinces, the fruiting time is earlier, i. e. early May to July. Therefore, the fruiting time range can be estimated around late April to September.
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Astragalus durandianus is officially designated as Not Evaluated. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to mountain, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of c3 autotrophic photosynthesis, deep root mineral absorption, and carbon sequestration. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a deciduous summer foliage, vernal flowering, and seasonal seed dispersal activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem. The species has a typical natural lifespan of approximately 150 years, allowing it to adapt and mature through structured generational cycles.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Astragalus durandianus.

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Quick Facts
Native RangeAfghanistan, Azerbaijan, Iraq
Habitat RangeMountain
Lifespan150 Yrs
StatusData Deficient
ScientificAstragalus durandianus
Registry Info
Lifespan150 years
KingdomPlantae
FamilyFabaceae