Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
nicolai
ID:
199159

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boriss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
V.L.Komarov (ed.), Fl. URSS12: 119 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198488



Common Names

  • Nicolai's Milkvetch
  • Nicolai's Astragalus
  • Astragalus Nicolai


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus songoricus Gontsch. [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus songolicus Gontsch. [unknown]
  • Astragalus xinjiangensis Y.C.Ho [unknown]
  • Astragalus nicolaii carinipilosus Golosk. [unknown]

Description

Astragalus nicolai (also called Nicolai's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Tibetan Plateau and western China. It grows in grassy meadows and rocky slopes at elevations of 3,000–4,500 m. Its stems are erect, and its leaves are alternate, with a single leaflet at the apex. The flowers are yellow to white, and the fruits are pods.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus nicolai has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hepatoprotective properties. It is also used to treat fatigue, diabetes, and high cholesterol.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus nicolai has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a raceme. The seed pods are small and curved, with a single seed inside. The seedlings have small, round leaves and thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus nicolai is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astragalus nicolai

Astragalus nicolai is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Gansu, Shaanxi, and Sichuan.

Astragalus nicolai FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus nicolai?

Astragalus nicolai

What is the common name of Astragalus nicolai?

Nicolai's milkvetch

Where is Astragalus nicolai 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