Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
frigidus
ID:
214230

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts6: 219 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213559



Common Names

  • Frigid Milkvetch
  • Frigid Astragalus
  • Frigid Locoweed


Searching for Astragalus frigidus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Astragalus kolaensis Kuzen. [valid]
  • Phaca ochreata Crantz [valid]
  • Astragalus frigidus parviflorus Hulten [unknown]
  • Astragalus secundus DC. [valid]
  • Phaca frigida parviflora Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Phaca parviflora Turcz. [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus frigidus frigidus [unknown]
  • Astragalus frigidus grigorjewii (B.Fedtsch.) Chater [valid]
  • Phaca frigida L. [valid]
  • Tragacantha secunda (DC.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Phaca exaltata Fisch. ex Sweet [valid]
  • Phaca umbellata Nyman [invalid]
  • Astragaloides frigida (L.) Medik. [valid]
  • Astragalus exaltatus (Ledeb.) Bunge [valid]
  • Astragalus pubescens Schrank [valid]
  • Colutea frigida (L.) Poir. [valid]
  • Tragacantha frigida Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus grigorjewi B.Fedtsch. [valid]
  • Astragalus frigidus minutulus Kuvaev [unknown]
  • Astragalus frigidus secundus (DC.) Vorosch. [unknown]
  • Astragalus frigidus grigorjewii (B.Fedtsch.) Jurtzev [unknown]
  • Astragalus exaltatus glaber Litv. [valid]
  • Phaca frigida brevipes Ledeb. [valid]
  • Phaca frigida exaltata Ledeb. [valid]
  • Phaca alpina O.F.Müll. [illegitimate]

Description

Astragalus frigidus (also called Frigid locoweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is an annual herb, native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, and it is found in a variety of habitats, such as grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus frigidus is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. It is also used as a food additive and for its antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus frigidus is a small, yellow-green pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, curved legume. The seedlings are small, light green, and have two to four leaflets.

Searching for Astragalus frigidus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus frigidus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. It prefers sandy, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated by division in spring or by cuttings in summer. It can also be propagated by root cuttings in winter.

Where to Find Astragalus frigidus

Astragalus frigidus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, and Italy.

Astragalus frigidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus frigidus?

Astragalus frigidus

What type of plant is Astragalus frigidus?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus frigidus?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrub in the Mediterranean region

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