Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
distans
ID:
1416420

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou26(II): 472 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428885



Common Names

  • Astragalus distans
  • Spreading Milkvetch
  • Spreading Locoweed


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Description

Astragalus distans (also called Distant Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has a single, erect stem, with a single flower at the top. The flower has a yellow-green calyx and a yellow-green banner. It grows in sandy and rocky soils, in open areas, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus distans is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus distans is a yellow-orange color and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus distans is an easy-to-grow, low-maintenance perennial. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or fall.

Where to Find Astragalus distans

Astragalus distans can be found in the Yunnan province of China.

Astragalus distans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus distans?

Astragalus distans

What is the common name of Astragalus distans?

Spreading Milkvetch

Where does Astragalus distans grow?

It is native to western North America.

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

Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:477171-1: Based on the initial data import