Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
aboriginum
ID:
184221

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spreng.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183550



Common Names

  • Astragalus Aboriginum
  • Aboriginal Milkvetch
  • Aboriginal Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Atelophragma aboriginorum (Richardson) Rydb. [unknown]
  • Atelophragma glabriuscula (Hook.) Rydb. [unknown]
  • Astragalus aboriginum glabriuscula (Hook.) Rydb. [unknown]
  • Astragalus spatiosus (E.Sheld.) A.Heller [unknown]
  • Astragalus aboriginum fastigiorum M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Astragalus aboriginum muriei Hulten [deprecated]
  • Astragalus aboriginum Richardson [unknown]

Description

Astragalus aboriginum (also called 'Aboriginal Milkvetch', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has a woody stem. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus aboriginum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves are used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments. The roots are used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus aboriginum has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus aboriginum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun and can tolerate moderate drought. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Astragalus aboriginum

Astragalus aboriginum can be found in western North America.

Astragalus aboriginum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus aboriginum?

Astragalus aboriginum

What is the common name of Astragalus aboriginum?

Aboriginal Milk-vetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus aboriginum?

Dry, sandy soils in prairies and open woodlands

Species in the Astragalus genus

Astragalus rumelicus, Astragalus nevadensis, Astragalus tymphresteus, Astragalus alpinus, Astragalus penduliflorus, Astragalus anni-novi, Astragalus austroargentinus, Astragalus beatleyae, Astragalus iselyi, Astragalus moranii, Astragalus neoburkartianus, Astragalus neuquenensis, Astragalus oxyphysopsis, Astragalus phoenix, Astragalus sanctorum, Astragalus schinetorum, Astragalus amnis-amissi, Astragalus ampullarius, Astragalus andersonii, Astragalus anemophilus, Astragalus anisus, Astragalus applegatii, Astragalus aquilonius, Astragalus arequipensis, Astragalus argentinus, Astragalus argophyllus, Astragalus aridus, Astragalus arizonicus, Astragalus arrectus, Astragalus arthurii, Astragalus asclepiadoides, Astragalus asplundii, Astragalus asymmetricus, Astragalus atratus, Astragalus austiniae, Astragalus beathii, Astragalus beckwithii, Astragalus bellus, Astragalus bernardinus, Astragalus berteri, Astragalus bicristatus, Astragalus bisulcatus, Astragalus bodinii, Astragalus bolanderi, Astragalus bourgovii, Astragalus brackenridgei, Astragalus brandegei, Astragalus brauntonii, Astragalus brazoensis, Astragalus breweri,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-29613: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.