Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
kunlunensis
ID:
1243314

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Ohba, S.Akiyama & S.K.Wu

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.70: 27 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242652



Common Names

  • Astragalus kunlunensis
  • Kunlun Astragalus
  • Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus kunlunensis (also called Kunlun milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a stem that is erect and branched, with leaves that are alternate and pinnate. It is found in grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus kunlunensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus kunlunensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two oblong cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus kunlunensis is an evergreen shrub that is native to China. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Astragalus kunlunensis

Astragalus kunlunensis is native to Asia and can be found in temperate regions.

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

Hideaki Ohba (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohba' in the authors string.
Shinobu Akiyama (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Akiyama' in the authors string.
Su Kung Wu (1935-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.K.Wu' in the authors string.