Status:
valid
Authors:
Barneby
Source:
ildis
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.13(1): 162 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169976
Common Names
- Lyonnetii Astragalus
- Lyonnet's Milkvetch
- Lyonnet's Vetch
Description
Astragalus lyonnetii (also called Lyonnet'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 lyonnetii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, digestive issues, and respiratory problems. It is also used as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus lyonnetii is a small, yellow-green pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus lyonnetii 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 lyonnetii
Astragalus lyonnetii is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of Utah, Nevada, and Arizona.
Astragalus lyonnetii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus lyonnetii?
Astragalus lyonnetii
What is the common name of Astragalus lyonnetii?
Lyonnet's Milkvetch
What is the habitat of Astragalus lyonnetii?
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