Astragalus akhanii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
akhanii
ID:
553680
Status:
valid
Authors:
Podlech
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Sendtnera6: 142 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553012
Common Names
- Astragalus Akhanii
- Akhanii Astragalus
- Astragalus Akhani
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Astragalus akhanii (also called 'Akhani Milk-vetch', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina, and is found in wet areas such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus akhanii has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor properties, as well as for its ability to boost the immune system.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus akhanii is a small, white or yellowish-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Astragalus akhanii is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in dry, sunny areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a sunny, well-drained location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sunny, well-drained location.
Where to Find Astragalus akhanii
Astragalus akhanii can be found in Iran.
Astragalus akhanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus akhanii?
Astragalus akhanii
What is the common name of Astragalus akhanii?
Akhani's Milkvetch
What is the family of Astragalus akhanii?
Fabaceae
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
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1011929-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus akhanii Podlech: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.