Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
mongholicus
ID:
185799

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 11(16): 25 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185128



Common Names

  • Mongolian Milkvetch
  • Mongolian Astragalus
  • Huang Qi


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus propinquus Schischkin [unknown]
  • Astragalus membranaceus Fisch. ex Bunge [valid]
  • Astragalus membranaceus mongholicus (Bunge) P.K.Hsiao [valid]
  • Astragalus purdomii N.D.Simpson [valid]
  • Phaca membranacea Fisch. ex Link [invalid]
  • Astragalus propinquus glaber Vydr. [invalid]
  • Tragacantha mongolica (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha membranacea (Fisch. ex Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Phaca macrostachys Turcz. [valid]
  • Phaca abbreviata Ledeb. [valid]
  • Astragalus borealimongolicus Y.Z.Zhao [valid]
  • Astragalus mongholicus dahuricus (Fisch. ex DC.) Podlech [valid]
  • Astragalus propinquus Schischk. [valid]
  • Astragalus penduliflorus mongholicus (Bunge) X.Y.Zhu [valid]
  • Astragalus penduliflorus dahuricus (Fisch. ex DC.) X.Y.Zhu [valid]
  • Phaca alpina dahurica Fisch. ex DC. [valid]
  • Astragalus penduliflorus mongholicus (Bunge) X.Y.Zhu [unknown]
  • Astragalus membranaceus propinquus (B.Schischkin) Kitag. [unknown]
  • Phaca alpina dahurica Fisch. ex DC. [deprecated]
  • Astragalus membranaceus mandshuricus Nakai [invalid]
  • Astragalus mongholicus albiflorus (Y.N.Lee) M.Kim [invalid]

Description

Astragalus mongholicus (also called Mongolian Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in dry and moist grasslands, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus mongholicus is used as an ornamental plant and is believed to bring good luck and prosperity. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, diuretic, and immune-boosting properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus mongholicus has yellow flowers with a white throat. Its seeds are round and black. Seedlings are light green with oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus mongholicus is a perennial herb native to Europe. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring and keep the soil moist until germination. Once established, it is relatively low maintenance and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Astragalus mongholicus

Astragalus mongholicus can be found in East Asia, primarily in Mongolia, China, and Russia.

Astragalus mongholicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus mongholicus?

Astragalus mongholicus

What is the common name of Astragalus mongholicus?

Mongolian milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus mongholicus?

Dry open woods, thickets, roadsides, and disturbed sites

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