Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nanfengensis
ID:
554751

Status:
valid

Authors:
Z.C.Ni

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin.25: 233 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554083



Common Names

  • Nanfengensis Milkvetch
  • Nanfengensis Milk Vetch
  • Nanfengensis Milk-Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus ludlowii Wenn. [valid]

Description

Astragalus nanfengensis (also called Nanfeng Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a stem up to 30 cm tall. It is native to China and is found in grasslands and shrublands. It is also found in the provinces of Gansu, Henan, Hubei, Shaanxi, and Sichuan.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus nanfengensis has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, anemia, and hypertension. It is also used to boost the immune system, reduce inflammation, and improve digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus nanfengensis has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus nanfengensis 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 nanfengensis

Astragalus nanfengensis is found in China.

Astragalus nanfengensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus nanfengensis?

Astragalus nanfengensis

What is the family of Astragalus nanfengensis?

Fabaceae

Where is Astragalus nanfengensis native to?

China

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