Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
ildis
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
Izv. Imp. Obshch. Lyubit. Estestv. Moskovsk. Univ.26(2): 224 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208109
Common Names
- Pauper Milkvetch
- Pauper Vetch
- Astragalus Pauper
Synonyms
- Astragalus kohistanus Franch. [valid]
Description
Astragalus pauper (also called Poor Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Russia, Mongolia, and China. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and has grey-green leaves and small, yellow-white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus pauper is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, reduce inflammation, and improve digestion. It is also used as a soil conditioner and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Astragalus pauper has yellow flowers with a white center. Seed: The seeds are small, round, and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus pauper is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in early spring, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Astragalus pauper
Astragalus pauper can be found in the Caucasus region of Russia.
Astragalus pauper FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus pauper?
Astragalus pauper
What is the common name of Astragalus pauper?
Poverty Milkvetch
Where is Astragalus pauper found?
Astragalus pauper is found in the western United States and Canada
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