Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
japonicus
ID:
192937

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Boissieu

Source:
ildis

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier6: 664 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192266



Common Names

  • Astragalus japonicus
  • Japanese Milkvetch
  • Japonicus Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus kurilensis Matsum. [deprecated]
  • Astragalus kurilensis Matsum. [valid]

Description

Astragalus japonicus (also called Japanese Astragalus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan, China, and Korea. It grows in open grasslands, meadows, and forest edges. It has a long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow or white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus japonicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus japonicus has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus japonicus is a perennial herb native to Japan. It is easy to propagate from seeds, and prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought and frost tolerant.

Where to Find Astragalus japonicus

Astragalus japonicus can be found in Japan and Korea.

Astragalus japonicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus japonicus?

Astragalus japonicus

What is the common name of Astragalus japonicus?

Japanese Astragalus

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus japonicus?

Woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

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