Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
inversus
ID:
170615

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.E.Jones

Source:
ildis

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Zoe4: 276 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169944



Common Names

  • Inverse Milkvetch
  • Inversus Milkvetch
  • Inversus Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Homalobus inversus (M.E.Jones) Rydb. [valid]
  • Astragalus filipes inversus (M.E.Jones) Jeps. [valid]

Description

Astragalus inversus (also called Inversus 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 inversus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, fever, and diarrhea. It is also used as a tonic to improve overall health and vitality.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus inversus flowers are yellow and pea-like, with a short, broad calyx. Its seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus inversus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Astragalus inversus

Astragalus inversus is native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and on hillsides. It is a perennial herb with small, yellow flowers.

Astragalus inversus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus inversus?

Astragalus inversus

What is the common name of Astragalus inversus?

Inversus milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus inversus?

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