Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
australis
ID:
214208

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Lam.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1779

Citation Micro:
Fl. Franç.2: 637 (1779)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213537



Common Names

  • Australian Milkvetch
  • Australian Astragalus
  • Australian Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus gerardii (Vill.) Janka [valid]
  • Phaca gerardii Vill. [valid]
  • Astragalus australis gerardii (Vill.) P.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Astragalus australis balmaeus Beauverd [valid]
  • Astragalus australis bucsecsi (Jáv.) Gusul. [valid]
  • Astragalus australis canescens Beauverd [valid]
  • Astragalus australis glaberrimus Kotula [valid]
  • Astragalus australis glabrescens Wohlf. [valid]
  • Astragalus australis incanus Kotula [valid]
  • Astragalus australis minor Rouy [valid]
  • Colutea australis (L.) Lam. [valid]
  • Colutea glabra (Clarion) Poir. [valid]
  • Phaca australis cenisia Gaudin [valid]
  • Phaca australis rubra Gaudin [valid]
  • Phaca glabra Clarion [valid]
  • Phaca halleri Vill. [valid]
  • Phaca australis L. [valid]
  • Astragalus helveticus (Hartmann) O.Schwarz [valid]
  • Astragalus krajinae Domin [valid]
  • Tragacantha australis (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Phaca magellensis A.Huet ex Bunge [invalid]
  • Phaca helvetica Hartmann [valid]
  • Astragalina australis (L.) Bubani [valid]
  • Astragaloides australis (L.) Medik. [valid]
  • Astragalus majellensis A.Huet ex Nyman [valid]
  • Astragalus australis krajinae Domin-Kostrakiewicz [valid]
  • Astragalus bucegii Prodan [valid]
  • Phaca glabra Simonk. [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus australis gerardi (Vill.) Rouy [valid]
  • Astragalus australis simonkaianus Gusul. [valid]
  • Astragalus australis cenisia Gaudin [valid]
  • Astragalus australis rubra Gaudin [valid]
  • Astragalus chorinensis sericea Kjellm. [valid]
  • Phaca australis gerardi (Vill.) Bonnier & Layens [valid]
  • Astragalus australis balmaeus (Beauverd) Asch. & Graebn. [unknown]
  • Astragalus australis bucsecsi Jáv. [unknown]
  • Astragalus australis gerardi (Vill.) Asch. & Graebn. [unknown]
  • Astragalus australis gerardi (Vill.) Arcang. [unknown]

Description

Astragalus australis (also called Southern Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a deep taproot and grows to a height of up to 1.2 meters. Its leaves are pinnately compound and its flowers are usually white or yellow. It is found in dry, sandy soils, and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus australis 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 australis 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 australis 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 australis

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

Astragalus australis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus australis?

Astragalus australis

What is the common name of Astragalus australis?

Common name of Astragalus australis

What is the habitat of Astragalus australis?

Astragalus australis 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

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.