Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
afghanomontanus
ID:
190757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Širj. & Rech.f.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Biol. Skr.9(3): 157 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190086



Common Names

  • Astragalus afghanomontanus
  • Afghanomontanus Milkvetch
  • Afghan Mountain Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus afghanomontanus (also called Afghan mountain milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of western China. It has a short stem, and its leaves are alternate, with a single, oblong-lanceolate leaf blade. It grows in rocky, alpine meadows and grasslands, at elevations of 2,000–4,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus afghanomontanus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellowish-white, Seed: small, black, Seedlings: small, with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus afghanomontanus is an evergreen shrub that is native to Afghanistan. It grows to a height of up to 1.5 m (5 ft). It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring. The seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and covered lightly with soil. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm (12 in) apart.

Where to Find Astragalus afghanomontanus

Astragalus afghanomontanus is native to Afghanistan and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Astragalus afghanomontanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus afghanomontanus?

Astragalus afghanomontanus

What is the common name of Astragalus afghanomontanus?

Afghan Mountain Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus afghanomontanus?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the western United States

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