Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
follicularis
ID:
208470

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pall.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Sp. Astragal.: 19 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207799



Common Names

  • Follicularis Milkvetch
  • Follicularis Astragalus
  • Follicularis Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Oxytropis follicularis Pers. ex DC. [invalid]
  • Tragacantha follicularis (Pall.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Saccocalyx follicularis Steven [unknown]
  • Astragalus kalguttensis Sumnev. [valid]
  • Astragalus strictissimus Siev. ex Pall. [invalid]
  • Saccocalyx follicularis (Pall.) Steven [valid]
  • Astragalus strictus Siev. ex DC. [invalid]

Description

Astragalus follicularis (also called Follicular Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus follicularis is used to treat fever, headaches, and sore throats. It is also used to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and nausea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus follicularis is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus follicularis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Astragalus follicularis

Astragalus follicularis can be found in Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan.

Astragalus follicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus follicularis?

Astragalus follicularis

What is the common name of Astragalus follicularis?

Follicular Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus follicularis?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

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