Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ali) Kirchhoff
Source:
ildis
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Boissiera25: 114 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204892
Common Names
- Lace's Milkvetch
- Astragalus lacei
- Lace's Astragalus
Synonyms
- Astragalus tephrosioides lacei Ali [valid]
- Astragalus albovillosus nigrescens Ali [valid]
Description
Astragalus lacei (also called Lace's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in grassy meadows and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus lacei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus lacei has small, yellow flowers with a white center and a long, narrow seed pod. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf and a short stem. The seeds are small and black.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus lacei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in summer or autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. Both methods should be done in a sunny location.
Where to Find Astragalus lacei
Astragalus lacei can be found in the western United States, particularly in California, Nevada, and Utah.
Astragalus lacei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus lacei?
Astragalus lacei
What is the family of Astragalus lacei?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Astragalus lacei?
Lace's Milkvetch
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