Astragalus kentrophyllus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kentrophyllus
ID:
554469
Status:
valid
Authors:
Podlech
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Sendtnera6: 156 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553801
Common Names
- Astragalus kentrophyllus
- Kentrophyllus Astragalus
- Kentrophyllus Milkvetch
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus kentrophyllus (also called Kentrophyllus Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Turkey. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, and is found in steppe and semi-desert habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus kentrophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus kentrophyllus is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, round, brown seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with a few leaves.
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Astragalus kentrophyllus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Astragalus kentrophyllus
Astragalus kentrophyllus can be found in the mountains of western North America, from British Columbia to California.
Astragalus kentrophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus kentrophyllus?
Astragalus kentrophyllus
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus kentrophyllus?
Astragalus kentrophyllus is found in the mountains of Iran.
What are the uses of Astragalus kentrophyllus?
Astragalus kentrophyllus is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
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
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1011945-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus kentrophyllus Podlech: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.