Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
animaqingshanicus
ID:
1334221

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.H.Wu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Fl. Kunlunica2: 716 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346675



Common Names

  • Animaqingshanicus Astragalus
  • Astragalus
  • Astragalus Animaqingshanicus


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Description

Astragalus animaqingshanicus (also called Animaqingshan Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that is native to Central Asia. It has a slender stem with a few branches and is about 20-50 cm tall. Its leaves are pinnate and have 3-6 pairs of leaflets. The flowers are purple-blue and have a calyx with 5 teeth. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus animaqingshanicus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus animaqingshanicus has yellow flowers with yellow stamens, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus animaqingshanicus is a perennial legume native to China. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-prepared seedbed. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astragalus animaqingshanicus

Astragalus animaqingshanicus can be found in the Animaqing Mountains of Qinghai Province, China.

Astragalus animaqingshanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus animaqingshanicus?

Astragalus animaqingshanicus

What is the family of Astragalus animaqingshanicus?

Fabaceae

What is the habitat of Astragalus animaqingshanicus?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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

Yu Hu Wu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.H.Wu' in the authors string.