Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
glycyphyllos
ID:
214235

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 758 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213564



Common Names

  • Glycyphyllos Milkvetch
  • Glycyphyllos Astragalus
  • Glycyphyllos Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus glycophyllos L. [unknown]
  • Astragalus glyciphyllos L. [unknown]
  • Astragalus glycyphyllos glycyphyllos [unknown]
  • Astragalus rotundifolius Presl ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Astragalus glycyphyllos rotundifolius (J.Presl & C.Presl) Celak. [valid]
  • Hedyphylla glycyphylla (L.) Rydb. [valid]
  • Hedyphylla vulgaris Steven [illegitimate]
  • Hamosa glycyphyllos (L.) Med. [valid]
  • Tragacantha glycyphyllos (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus gliciphillos Neck. [invalid]
  • Astragalus glycyphyllos bosniacus Beck [valid]
  • Astragalus glycyphyllos bosniacus (Beck) Asch. & Graebn. [unknown]
  • Astragalus lunatus Gilib. [invalid]

Description

Astragalus glycyphyllos (also called Common Milk-Vetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has a woody stem and its leaves are alternate, simple, and entire.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus glycyphyllos 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 glycyphyllos 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus glycyphyllos 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 glycyphyllos

Astragalus glycyphyllos can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Astragalus glycyphyllos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus glycyphyllos?

Astragalus glycyphyllos

What is the common name of Astragalus glycyphyllos?

Sweet Pea Astragalus

Where is Astragalus glycyphyllos found?

It is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

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