Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
amarus
ID:
214197

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pall.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Sp. Astragal.: 8 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213526



Common Names

  • Bitter Milk-vetch
  • Astragalus amarus
  • Astragalus amarus subsp. amarus


Searching for Astragalus amarus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Picraena amara Steven [valid]
  • Tragacantha amara (Pall.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus amarus (also called Bitter 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 amarus 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 amarus 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.

Searching for Astragalus amarus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus amarus is a hardy, drought-tolerant 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 amarus

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

Astragalus amarus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus amarus?

Astragalus amarus

What is the common name of Astragalus amarus?

Common name of Astragalus amarus

What is the habitat of Astragalus amarus?

Astragalus amarus 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