Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
laspurensis
ID:
199228

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ali

Source:
ildis

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn)11: 139 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198557



Common Names

  • Laspurensis Milkvetch
  • Laspurensis Astragalus
  • Laspurensis Locoweed


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Description

Astragalus laspurensis (also called Las Puras Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China, Mongolia, and Russia. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and steppes at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus laspurensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of conditions, including fatigue, anemia, and diabetes. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-oxidant properties. Additionally, it is used to boost the immune system and to treat various gastrointestinal disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellow, pea-like, borne in dense racemes. Seed: small, black and shiny. Seedlings: have two cotyledons, the first pair of leaves are simple and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus laspurensis is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed, division or cuttings.

Where to Find Astragalus laspurensis

Astragalus laspurensis can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado and Wyoming.

Astragalus laspurensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus laspurensis?

Astragalus laspurensis

What is the family of Astragalus laspurensis?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Astragalus laspurensis?

China

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