Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
glabrifolius
ID:
191031

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 11(16): 93 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190360



Common Names

  • Smooth Milkvetch
  • Smooth-Leaved Milkvetch
  • Smoothleaf Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Astracantha elisabethae (Sirj. & Rech.f.) Podlech [unknown]
  • Astracantha glabrifolia (Bunge) Podlech [deprecated]
  • Astragalus elisabethae Sirj. & Rech.f. [deprecated]
  • Tragacantha glabrifolia (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus elisabethae Širj. & Rech.f. [valid]
  • Astracantha elisabethae (Širj. & Rech.f.) Podlech [valid]
  • Astracantha glabrifolia (Bunge) Podlech [valid]

Description

Astragalus glabrifolius (also called Glabrous-leaved Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that is native to Central Asia and the Middle East. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats and is characterized by its small, yellow-green flowers and its long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus glabrifolius is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye and for making paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus glabrifolius has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed pods are small and contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus glabrifolius is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in dry, rocky soils in the western United States. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. It can be propagated by division of the root crown in spring or fall.

Where to Find Astragalus glabrifolius

Astragalus glabrifolius can be found in the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Astragalus glabrifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus glabrifolius?

Astragalus glabrifolius

What is the common name of Astragalus glabrifolius?

Smooth-leaved Astragalus

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus glabrifolius?

It is found in dry, rocky soils, and is native to the Caucasus 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