Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
moyanoi
ID:
1053937

Status:
valid

Authors:
Speg.

Source:
tro

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Revista Fac. Agron. Univ. Nac. La Plata3: 601 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001053275



Common Names

  • Moyanoi Milkvetch
  • Moyanoi Astragalus
  • Common Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus moyanoi (also called Moyano's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a slender, erect stem, and its leaves are divided into several leaflets. It is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus moyanoi has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, inflammation, and digestive problems. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves can be eaten raw or cooked. It is also used as a soil conditioner, as it helps to improve soil fertility and water retention.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Astragalus moyanoi has small, yellowish-white flowers that are clustered in a raceme. Seed: The seed of Astragalus moyanoi is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Astragalus moyanoi are slender and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus moyanoi is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or fall and the roots should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Astragalus moyanoi

Astragalus moyanoi is native to Spain and can be found in the Iberian Peninsula.

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