Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
belangeri
ID:
553859

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kuntze) Podlech

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Sendtnera6: 172 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553191



Common Names

  • Belangeri Astragalus
  • Astragalus belangeri
  • Belangeri Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus thionanthus Bornm. [unknown]
  • Tragacantha belangeri Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus kuntzei E.Sheld. [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus tenellus ovalifolius Parsa [valid]
  • Astragalus tenellus Bunge [illegitimate]

Description

Astragalus belangeri (also called 'Belanger Milkvetch', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Middle East and Central Asia. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and has small, white flowers with purple veins.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus belangeri is a medicinal plant used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments including coughs, colds, fever, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus belangeri has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus belangeri can be propagated by seed or by division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division of the rootstock should be done in the spring or fall. The rootstock should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Astragalus belangeri

Astragalus belangeri can be found in the East Azerbaijan province of Iran.

Astragalus belangeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus belangeri?

Astragalus belangeri

What is the family of Astragalus belangeri?

Fabaceae

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus belangeri?

Rocky slopes and hillsides

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

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.