Astragalus lambinonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lambinonii
ID:
190276
Status:
valid
Authors:
Podlech
Source:
ildis
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München25: 159 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189605
Common Names
- Lambinonii Milkvetch
- Lambinonii Astragalus
- Lambinonii Locoweed
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Astragalus lambinonii (also called Lambinon's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central Asia. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands and meadows at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus lambinonii has been used as a food source and for medicinal purposes. It has also been used as a dye and for making baskets and other crafts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Astragalus lambinonii is small, white or pinkish, with a yellow or yellow-green center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped legume. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus lambinonii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is easy to grow in most soils. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the rhizomes. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division of the rhizomes should be done in early spring.
Where to Find Astragalus lambinonii
Astragalus lambinonii is native to Spain and can be found in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Astragalus lambinonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus lambinonii?
Astragalus lambinonii
What is the common name of Astragalus lambinonii?
Lambinon's Milkvetch
What is the habitat of Astragalus lambinonii?
It is found in dry, rocky or sandy soils in the western Mediterranean region.
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.
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus lambinonii Podlech: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.