Astragalus listoniae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
listoniae
ID:
554589
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 37 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553921
Common Names
- Listoniae Milkvetch
- Listoniae Astragalus
- Astragalus Listoniae
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- Tragacantha listoniae (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
- Astragalus gilgianus Graebn. [valid]
Description
Astragalus listoniae (also called Liston's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with small, yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus listoniae is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and diarrhea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus listoniae has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a deep taproot.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus listoniae is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is done by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Astragalus listoniae
Astragalus listoniae can be found in the mountains of Central Asia.
Astragalus listoniae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus listoniae?
Astragalus listoniae
What is the common name of Astragalus listoniae?
Liston's Milkvetch
Where is Astragalus listoniae found?
It is found in the western United States, from California to Montana and Wyoming
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
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:478376-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus listoniae Boiss.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.