Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
ancistrocarpus
ID:
190655

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
P.E.Boissier, Fl. Orient.2: 463 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189984



Common Names

  • Ancistrocarpus Milkvetch
  • Ancistrocarpus Locoweed
  • Ancistrocarpus Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus nitidulus Hand.-Mazz. [valid]
  • Tragacantha ancistrocarpa (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus ancistrocarpus brachycarpus Eig [valid]
  • Astragalus ancistrocarpus nitidulus (Hand.-Mazz.) Rech.f. & Dulfer [valid]
  • Astragalus ancistrocarpus stepposus Eig [valid]

Description

Astragalus ancistrocarpus (also called Ancistrocarpus Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Fabaceae family. It has a short, woody stem and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the Middle East and Central Asia, and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus anisacanthus is used as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and inflammation. It is also used as a natural diuretic and to boost the immune system. It can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Astragalus ancistrocarpus is yellowish-white, pea-like, and about 1 cm long. The seed is a small, oval-shaped, black-colored legume. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus ancistrocarpus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be cultivated in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, but division of the rootstock can also be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astragalus ancistrocarpus

Astragalus ancistrocarpus can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado.

Astragalus ancistrocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus ancistrocarpus?

Astragalus ancistrocarpus

What is the common name of Astragalus ancistrocarpus?

Hook-Fruited Milkvetch

What is the family of Astragalus ancistrocarpus?

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.