Astragalus longiracemosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiracemosus
ID:
554600
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Ulziykh.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast.30: 114 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553932
Common Names
- Longiracemosus Milkvetch
- Longiracemosus Astragalus
- Astragalus Longiracemosus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus longiracemosus (also called long-racemed milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to western North America. It typically grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus longiracemosus 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 longiracemosus has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a deep taproot.
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Astragalus longiracemosus can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in early spring and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix. Water the plants regularly and fertilize them every spring.
Where to Find Astragalus longiracemosus
Astragalus longiracemosus can be found in the mountains of Central Asia.
Astragalus longiracemosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus longiracemosus?
Astragalus longiracemosus
What is the common name of Astragalus longiracemosus?
Long-racemed Milkvetch
Where is Astragalus longiracemosus 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
Nadmidyn Ulziykhutag (1938-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Ulziykh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:997178-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus longiracemosus N.Ulziykh.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.