Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
chamaephyton
ID:
1281572

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech & L.R.Xu

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Novon17: 238 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280910



Common Names

  • Astragalus chamaephyton
  • Chamaephyton Milkvetch
  • Chamaephyton Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus chamaephyton (also called Dwarf Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It has small, hairy leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus chamaephyton is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, insomnia, and digestive issues. It is also used as an herbal remedy for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus chamaephyton is yellow and has a bell-like shape. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are fragile and have thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus chamaephyton is a perennial, herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant is very hardy and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Astragalus chamaephyton

Astragalus chamaephyton is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It can be found in the states of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.

Astragalus chamaephyton FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus chamaephyton?

Astragalus chamaephyton

What is the common name of Astragalus chamaephyton?

Low Milk-Vetch

What is the distribution of Astragalus chamaephyton?

Central and eastern Europe

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

Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
Lang Ran Xu (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.Xu' in the authors string.