Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
minimus
ID:
170660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vogel

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Nov. Actorum Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur.19(Suppl. 1): 18 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169989



Common Names

  • Minimus Milkvetch
  • Minim Milkvetch
  • Minim Milk-Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus colliculus Rusby [valid]
  • Tragacantha minima Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus minimus (also called Dwarf 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 minimus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including fatigue, poor appetite, and digestive issues. It has also been used as a natural diuretic and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus minimus is a small, white to pinkish-purple pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown to black legume. The seedlings are small, with two to four leaflets and a taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus minimus 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 minimus

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

Astragalus minimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus minimus?

Astragalus minimus

What is the common name of Astragalus minimus?

Minimus Milkvetch

Where is Astragalus minimus found?

Astragalus minimus is found in the western United States, from California to Montana.

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