Status:
valid
Authors:
Ulbr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst.82: 62 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198545
Common Names
- Leansan Milkvetch
- Leansan Astragalus
- Leansan Locoweed
Description
Astragalus leansanicus (also called Leansan 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 leansanicus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus leansanicus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Astragalus leansanicus
Astragalus leansanicus is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Gansu, Qinghai, and Sichuan.
Astragalus leansanicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus leansanicus?
Astragalus leansanicus
What is the family of Astragalus leansanicus?
Fabaceae
What is the native range of Astragalus leansanicus?
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