Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
chiukiangensis
ID:
199144

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.T.Tsai & T.T.Yu

Source:
ildis

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bull. Fan Mem. Inst. Biol., Bot. 9: 260 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198473



Common Names

  • Chiukiangensis Milkvetch
  • Chiukiangensis Astragalus
  • Chiukiang Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus chiukiangensis (also called Chiukiang Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils in open grasslands and sagebrush habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus chiukiangensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, diabetes, and high cholesterol. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hepatoprotective properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus chiukiangensis has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a raceme. The seed pods are small and curved, with a single seed inside. The seedlings have small, round leaves and thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus chiukiangensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 30-60 cm apart and kept in full sun.

Where to Find Astragalus chiukiangensis

Astragalus chiukiangensis can be found in China.

Astragalus chiukiangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus chiukiangensis?

Astragalus chiukiangensis

What is the common name of Astragalus chiukiangensis?

Chiu-Kiang Milkvetch

What type of plant is Astragalus chiukiangensis?

Astragalus chiukiangensis is a flowering plant in the legume family.

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

Cai Xitao (1911-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.T.Tsai' in the authors string.
Tse Tsun Yu (1908-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.T.Yu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:476766-1: Based on the initial data import