Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pachystachys
ID:
1055000

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
tro

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 11(16): 80 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001054338



Common Names

  • Pachystachys Milkvetch
  • Pachystachys Astragalus
  • Pachystachys Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus pachystachys (also called Thick-spike Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of up to 0.3 meters. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It has small, grey-green leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus pachystachys is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has been used in traditional medicine for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, flu, and digestive issues. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus pachystachys is a small, yellow-green pea-like flower with a short calyx and a long, curved banner petal. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Where to Find Astragalus pachystachys

Astragalus pachystachys is native to the western United States, from California to Montana, and can be found in dry, open areas. It is a low-growing perennial plant with small, white flowers.

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