Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
malacoides
ID:
170651

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.13(1): 501 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169980



Common Names

  • Malacoides Astragalus
  • Malacoides Milkvetch
  • Malacoides


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Description

Astragalus malacoides (also called Chalk 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 malacoides 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 malacoides 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus malacoides 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 malacoides

Astragalus malacoides can be found in North America, from British Columbia to California.

Astragalus malacoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus malacoides?

Astragalus malacoides

What is the common name of Astragalus malacoides?

Malacoides Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus malacoides?

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