Astragalus hartvigii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hartvigii
ID:
554337
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kit Tan
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Aliso11: 619 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553669
Common Names
- Astragalus Hartvigii
- Hartvig's Milkvetch
- Hartvig Milkvetch
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus hartvigii (also called the Hartvig's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and is native to the western United States. It is found in dry, open areas such as sagebrush steppe and pinyon-juniper woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus hartvigii has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used to boost the immune system and to treat skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus hartvigii has yellow flowers with a white center and a long, thin seed pod. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem. The seeds are small and black.
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Astragalus hartvigii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring and summer. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.
Where to Find Astragalus hartvigii
Astragalus hartvigii can be found in the mountains of the western part of the Caucasus region, in Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia.
Astragalus hartvigii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus hartvigii?
Astragalus hartvigii
What is the common name of Astragalus hartvigii?
Hartvig's Milkvetch
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus hartvigii?
Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides
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
Kit Tan (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit Tan' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:932981-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus hartvigii Kit Tan: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.