Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
multiceps
ID:
205582

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
J.F.Royle, Ill. Bot. Himal. Mts.: 199 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204911



Common Names

  • Multiceps Milkvetch
  • Astragalus multiceps
  • Multiceps Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus bicuspis Fisch. [valid]
  • Astragalus jacquemontii Bunge [valid]
  • Astragalus leptocentrus Bunge [valid]
  • Tragacantha multiceps (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha leptocentra (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha bicuspis (Fisch.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus pachyacanthus lasiocladus (Benth. ex Baker f.) Širj. [unknown]
  • Astragalus lasiocladus Benth. ex Baker [valid]
  • Astragalus grahamianus Fisch. [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus leptacanthus Benth. ex Bunge [unknown]

Description

Astragalus multiceps (also called Many-headed Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 10 cm in height. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in grassy meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus multiceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus multiceps has small, yellowish-white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus multiceps can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. When propagating from cuttings, take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer and root them in a pot of moist soil. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted to the garden.

Where to Find Astragalus multiceps

Astragalus multiceps is native to the Mediterranean region.

Astragalus multiceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus multiceps?

Astragalus multiceps

What is the family of Astragalus multiceps?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Astragalus multiceps?

Many-headed Milkvetch

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