Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
aspadanus
ID:
190432

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 11(16): 63 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189761



Common Names

  • Aspadanus Milkvetch
  • Aspadanus Astragalus
  • Aspadanus Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha aspadana (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus ghoortapacensis Maassoumi [valid]

Description

Astragalus aspadanus (also called Aspadan Milk Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has yellow flowers and its native regions are Europe and Asia. It is usually found in dry meadows, steppes, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus aspadanus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, poor circulation, and digestive issues. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus aspadanus has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus aspadanus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9 and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Astragalus aspadanus

Astragalus aspadanus is native to the Middle East, specifically Iran, Iraq and Turkey. It is found in dry, rocky areas and can be found in nurseries that specialize in native plants.

Astragalus aspadanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus aspadanus?

Astragalus aspadanus

What is the common name of Astragalus aspadanus?

Aspadan Milk-Vetch

Where is Astragalus aspadanus found?

It is found in the Middle East, from Turkey to Iran

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