Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
campylanthoides
ID:
190395

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Mitth. Thüring. Bot. Vereins, n.f., 23: 19 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189724



Common Names

  • Campylanthoides Milkvetch
  • Campylanthoides Astragalus
  • Campylanthoides Locoweed


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Description

Astragalus campylanthoides (also called Campylanthoides Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Ziarat District of Balochistan, Pakistan. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and has yellow-green flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus campylanthoides is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, as well as for its ornamental value in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Astragalus campylanthoides are yellow and pea-like, with a calyx of five sepals and a corolla of five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus campylanthoides is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. It is best propagated in spring or early summer when temperatures are warm. Seeds should be sown in a well-prepared seedbed and lightly covered with soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Astragalus campylanthoides

Astragalus campylanthoides is found in Central and South Asia, primarily in Afghanistan, India, and Pakistan.

Astragalus campylanthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus campylanthoides?

Astragalus campylanthoides

What is the common name of Astragalus campylanthoides?

Hairy Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus campylanthoides?

Dry, rocky hillsides 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