Astragalus minudentatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minudentatus
ID:
554699
Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.C.Ho
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin1(3): 108 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554031
Common Names
- Minudentatus Astragalus
- Minudentatus Milkvetch
- Minudentatus Goat's-thorn
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus minudentatus (also called Small-toothed Milk-vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus minudentatus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, anemia, and digestive issues. It is also used as a natural diuretic and to help with weight loss.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus minudentatus has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and slender.
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Astragalus minudentatus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Propagation from cuttings is the easiest way to propagate this plant. Take cuttings in early spring and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Astragalus minudentatus
Astragalus minudentatus is native to North America and can be found in dry, open habitats.
Astragalus minudentatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus minudentatus?
Astragalus minudentatus
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus minudentatus?
It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands
What is the flowering period of Astragalus minudentatus?
It flowers from April to June
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
Ye Chi Ho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.C.Ho' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:896995-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus minudentatus Y.C.Ho: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.