Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
jaegerianus
ID:
170620

Status:
valid

Authors:
Munz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot.3: 49 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169949



Common Names

  • Jaeger's Milkvetch
  • Jaegerianus Milkvetch
  • Jaegerianus Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus jaegerianus (also called Jaeger'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 jaegerianus 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 jaegerianus flowers are yellow and pea-like, with a long, slender 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 jaegerianus 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 jaegerianus

Astragalus jaegerianus is native to the southwestern United States, from California to Arizona. It is found in dry, rocky soils in open areas.

Astragalus jaegerianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus jaegerianus?

Astragalus jaegerianus

What is the common name of Astragalus jaegerianus?

Jaegerianus milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus jaegerianus?

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