Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
paradoxus
ID:
190525

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 11(16): 64 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189854



Common Names

  • Paradoxus Astragalus
  • Paradoxus Milkvetch
  • Paradoxus Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha paradoxa (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus brevipedunculatus Ranjbar [valid]

Description

Astragalus paradoxus (also called Paradox Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has long, hairy stems and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in grasslands, sagebrush, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus paradoxus is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Astragalus paradoxus are small, yellow-green, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus paradoxus can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water once established.

Where to Find Astragalus paradoxus

Astragalus paradoxus is native to western North America, from British Columbia south to California and east to Montana. It can be found in dry, open places, such as grasslands, sagebrush flats, and open woodlands.

Astragalus paradoxus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus paradoxus?

Astragalus paradoxus

What is the common name of Astragalus paradoxus?

Paradox Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus paradoxus?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

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