Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
kuschakevitschii
ID:
190504

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Fedtsch.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189833



Common Names

  • Kuschakevitschii Milkvetch
  • Kuschakevitschii Astragalus
  • Kuschakevitschii Locoweed


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Description

Astragalus kuschakevitschii (also called Kuschakevitschii Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a short stem, and its leaves are alternate and pinnately compound. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as steppes and semi-deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus kuschakevitschii is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Astragalus kuschakevitschii is a small, yellowish-white pea-like flower, with a slender, curved keel. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a short stem and oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus kuschakevitschii is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Astragalus kuschakevitschii

Astragalus kuschakevitschii can be found in the western United States, primarily in the states of California, Nevada, and Oregon.

Astragalus kuschakevitschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus kuschakevitschii?

Astragalus kuschakevitschii

What is the common name of Astragalus kuschakevitschii?

No common name

Where is Astragalus kuschakevitschii found?

It is found in Kazakhstan

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

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-36306: Based on the initial data import
Olga Fédchenko (1845-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Fedtsch.' in the authors string.