Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
minutulus
ID:
190447

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maassoumi

Source:
ildis

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München28: 506 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189776



Common Names

  • Minute Milkvetch
  • Small Milkvetch
  • Little Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus minutulus (also called Minute Milk Vetch, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has white flowers and its native regions are Europe and Asia. It is usually found in dry meadows, steppes, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus minutulus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, poor circulation, and digestive issues. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus minutulus has yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus minutulus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9 and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Astragalus minutulus

Astragalus minutulus is native to the western United States, from California to Montana and Wyoming.

Astragalus minutulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus minutulus?

Astragalus minutulus

What is the common name of Astragalus minutulus?

Minute Milk-Vetch

Where is Astragalus minutulus found?

It is found in the Middle East, from Turkey to Iran

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