Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
packardiae
ID:
1318340

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barneby) J.F.Sm. & Zimmers

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron2017-38: 2 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330794



Common Names

  • Astragalus
  • Milkvetch
  • Packardiae Vetch


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Description

Astragalus packardiae (also called 'Packard's Milkvetch', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Andes. It has a woody stem and small, ovate leaves. It is found in grasslands, steppes, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus packardiae is used as an ornamental plant and has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus packardiae has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and brown in color. The seedlings have a long, thin stem and small, round leaves.

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Where to Find Astragalus packardiae

Astragalus packardiae is native to the United States, primarily in the states of Colorado, Wyoming, and Utah.

Astragalus packardiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus packardiae?

Astragalus packardiae

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus packardiae?

Dry grasslands

What are the common uses of Astragalus packardiae?

The leaves are used for medicinal purposes

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

References

Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
James Foley Smith: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Sm.' in the authors string.
Jay C. Zimmers: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zimmers' in the authors string.