New monograph of Astragalus L.

March 3, 2013 - PRLog -- The following basic monograph has just become available:

Podlech, Dietrich (München) and Sh. Zarre (Tehran)
A taxonomic revision of the genus Astragalus L. (Leguminosae) in the Old World. 3 volumes. 2013. illustrated. 2439 pages. 4to. Hardcover binding. US$ 552.00 (EUR 400.00)

This magnum opus is a complete taxonomic revision The monograph offers determination keys, detailed descriptions and date on the geographical distribution of Astragalus in the Old World and information on seen specimens.
Treats 2398 accepted species and also numerous synonyms. Included
are also 13  species new to science. A basic item for future research on this interesting and important plant genus. Only a small edition of this monumental monograph has been printed.

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