Astragalus paragriseus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paragriseus
ID:
554865
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ponert
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert.83: 620 (1972 publ. 1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554197
Common Names
- Paragriseus Astragalus
- Astragalus Paragriseus
- Astragalus Paragriseus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus paragriseus (also called Parry's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base and a height of up to 40 cm. It is native to the western United States, and is found in grassland and shrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus paragriseus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties. It is also used to treat various ailments, including fever, diarrhea, and asthma.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus paragriseus has yellow flowers with a long, narrow seed pod. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate with light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus paragriseus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C.
Where to Find Astragalus paragriseus
Astragalus paragriseus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Astragalus paragriseus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus paragriseus?
Astragalus paragriseus
What is the common name of Astragalus paragriseus?
Paragriseus Milkvetch
Where is Astragalus paragriseus found?
It is found in Turkey
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
Jiří Ponert (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ponert' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:479091-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus paragriseus Ponert: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.