Status:
valid
Authors:
Kottaim. & Vasud.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Int. J. Advanced Res.3: 1290 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421665
Description
Astragalus dieteri (also called 'Dieter's Milkvetch', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Europe, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It is an annual or biennial herb, growing up to 60 cm tall, with linear leaves and small, white, four-petaled flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus dieteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astragalus dieteri are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Where to Find Astragalus dieteri
Astragalus dieteri is found in the western United States and northern Mexico.
Astragalus dieteri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus dieteri?
Astragalus dieteri
What is the common name of Astragalus dieteri?
Dieter's astragalus
Where is Astragalus dieteri found?
It is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil
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