Astragalus Miksensis Fırat (Fabaceae), a New Species in Section Hymenostegis From Van Province, Türkiye

Abstract

Astragalus miksensis F & imath;rat (sect. Hymenostegis Bunge), a new species is described from Bah & ccedil;esaray (Miks)/Van province, T & uuml;rkiye. The new species is morphologically similar to Astragalus zohrabi Bunge , from which it differs in several morphological features including stipules, leaves, peduncle, indumentum, inflorescence shape, flower, ovary, fruit and seed characters. A comprehensive description of Astragalus miksensis is provided, including detailed photographs, distribution map, habitat and ecology, vernacular names and IUCN conservation status.