Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
hintonii
ID:
170602

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.13(1): 157 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169931



Common Names

  • Hinton's Milkvetch
  • Hinton's Astragalus
  • Hinton Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus hintonii (also called Hinton's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, sagebrush and pinyon-juniper woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus hintonii is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It is also used as a natural remedy for fatigue, stress, and anxiety.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astragalus hintonii var. confrensis Barneby
Astragalus hintonii var. hintonii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus hintonii is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus hintonii 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 hintonii

Astragalus hintonii is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Utah.

Astragalus hintonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus hintonii?

Astragalus hintonii

What is the common name of Astragalus hintonii?

Hinton's milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus hintonii?

It is found in dry, rocky areas 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