Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
alopecurus
ID:
214196

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pall.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Sp. Astragal.: 11 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213525



Common Names

  • Fox-tail Milk-vetch
  • Astragalus alopecurus
  • Astragalus alopecurus subsp. alopecurus


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus maximus Willd. [valid]
  • Astragalus dzhawakheticus Bordz. [valid]
  • Astragalus alopecurus pallasianus Trautv. [invalid]
  • Astragalus alopecuroides winterlii Pamp. [unknown]
  • Astragalus alopecuroides hookeri Pamp. [unknown]
  • Astragalus dasysemius (D.F.Chamb. & V.A.Matthews) Pon [deprecated]
  • Astragalus alopecurus maximus (Willd.) Trautv. [valid]
  • Astragalus maximus dasysemius D.F.Chamb. & V.A.Matthews [valid]
  • Astragalus maximus oblongiceps Manden. [valid]
  • Astragalus alopecuroides typicus Pamp. [unknown]
  • Tragacantha alopecurus (Pall.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha maxima (Willd.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus centralpinus Braun-Blanq. [valid]
  • Astragalus alopecuroides sensu auct. [deprecated]
  • Astragalus alopecians K.Koch ex Bunge [valid]
  • Astragalus dasysemius (D.F.Chamb. & V.A.Matthews) Ponert [valid]
  • Astragalus alopecuroides alopecurus (Pall.) Pamp. [valid]
  • Astragalus alopecuroides Ledeb. [deprecated]

Description

Astragalus alopecurus (also called Fox-Tail 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 alopecurus 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 alopecurus 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 alopecurus is an easy-to-grow perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by dividing the clumps of plants in the spring or early summer. The plants can also be propagated by seed, though germination can be slow and erratic.

Where to Find Astragalus alopecurus

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

Astragalus alopecurus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus alopecurus?

Astragalus alopecurus

What is the common name of Astragalus alopecurus?

Common name of Astragalus alopecurus

What is the habitat of Astragalus alopecurus?

Astragalus alopecurus 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