Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
loanus
ID:
170641

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.13(2): 662 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169970



Common Names

  • Loan's Milkvetch
  • Loan's Astragalus
  • Loan's Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus newberryi wardianus Barneby [valid]

Description

Astragalus loanus (also called Loan's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, rocky areas, and has white, hairy, and lobed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus loanus is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-viral properties. It is also used as a natural remedy for fatigue, stress, and anxiety.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Astragalus loanus has small, yellowish-white flowers with a purple tinge. Seed: The seed of Astragalus loanus is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Astragalus loanus are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus loanus can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted.

Where to Find Astragalus loanus

Astragalus loanus is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of Utah, Nevada, and Arizona.

Astragalus loanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus loanus?

Astragalus loanus

What is the common name of Astragalus loanus?

Loan's Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus loanus?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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