Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
albicaulis
ID:
214195

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Astragalogia: 166 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213524



Common Names

  • Whitestem Milk-vetch
  • Astragalus albicaulis
  • Astragalus albicaulis subsp. albicaulis


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus dealbatus Pall. [unknown]
  • Astragalus glaucus M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Astragalus tarchankuticus Boriss. [unknown]
  • Astragalus glaucus sensu auct. [deprecated]
  • Oxytropis dealbata Pers. [valid]
  • Tragacantha albicaulis (DC.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Solenotus dealbatus (Pall.) Steven [unknown]
  • Solenotus albicaulis (DC.) Steven [valid]
  • Astragalus albicaulis cylindricus Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus albicaulis subinflatus Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus vesicarius glaucus (M.Bieb.) Beck [valid]

Description

Astragalus albicaulis (also called White-Stemmed Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a branched stem and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus albicaulis is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. It is also used as a food additive and for its antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus albicaulis has yellow flowers with a tubular shape and a length of 1-2 cm. The seeds are round and dark brown in colour. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves that are oval in shape and have a hairy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus albicaulis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. It prefers sandy, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated by division in spring or by cuttings in summer. It can also be propagated by root cuttings in winter.

Where to Find Astragalus albicaulis

Astragalus albicaulis can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Astragalus albicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus albicaulis?

Astragalus albicaulis

What is the common name of Astragalus albicaulis?

Common name of Astragalus albicaulis

What is the habitat of Astragalus albicaulis?

Astragalus albicaulis is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes

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