Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
facetus
ID:
190446

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maassoumi & Podlech

Source:
ildis

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot.4: 74 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189775



Common Names

  • Faceted Milkvetch
  • Faceted Astragalus
  • Faceted Locoweed


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Description

Astragalus facetus (also called Faceted Milk Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has yellow flowers and its native regions are Europe and Asia. It is usually found in dry meadows, steppes, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus facetus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, poor circulation, and digestive issues. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus facetus has yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus facetus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9 and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Astragalus facetus

Astragalus facetus is native to the western United States, from California to Montana and Wyoming.

Astragalus facetus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus facetus?

Astragalus facetus

What is the common name of Astragalus facetus?

Faceted Milk-Vetch

Where is Astragalus facetus found?

It is found in the Middle East, from Turkey to Iran

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.
Ali Asghar Maassoumi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maassoumi' in the authors string.