Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
garbancillo
ID:
170583

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Icon.1: 59 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169912



Common Names

  • Garbancillo Milkvetch
  • Garbancillo Astragalus
  • Garbancillo Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus unifultus L'Her. [deprecated]
  • Astragalus benthamianus Gillies [valid]
  • Astragalus garbancillo mandonii J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Astragalus mandonii Rusby [valid]
  • Solenotus unifultus (L'Hér.) Steven [valid]
  • Astragalus garbanzillo Pers. [invalid]
  • Tragacantha benthamiana (Gillies) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha garbancillo Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha minor (Clos) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha unifulta Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus minor Clos [valid]
  • Astragalus unifultus L'Hér. [valid]
  • Astragalus minor curtiflorus M.E.Jones [valid]

Description

Astragalus garbancillo (also called Garbancillo Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia, North America, and Europe. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus garbancillo is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues. It is also used as a natural remedy for anxiety and stress relief.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus garbancillo has yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus garbancillo is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination, which usually occurs within two weeks.

Where to Find Astragalus garbancillo

Astragalus garbancillo can be found in the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Astragalus garbancillo FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus garbancillo?

Astragalus garbancillo

What is the common name of Astragalus garbancillo?

Garbancillo milkvetch

Where is Astragalus garbancillo found?

It is found in the western United States

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