Status:
valid
Authors:
Grossh.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl.44(2): 221 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207835
Common Names
- Hajastanus Milkvetch
- Hajastanus' Milkvetch
- Hajastan Milkvetch
Description
Astragalus hajastanus (also called Hajastan Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus, Iran, and Turkey. It grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus hajastanus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, coughs, and fever. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus hajastanus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus hajastanus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although division of the root crown can also be used. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned out when they are large enough to handle. Division of the root crown should be done in early spring or autumn.
Where to Find Astragalus hajastanus
Astragalus hajastanus can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, including Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Astragalus hajastanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus hajastanus?
Astragalus hajastanus
What is the family of Astragalus hajastanus?
Fabaceae
Where is Astragalus hajastanus found?
Central Asia
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