Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
phlomoides
ID:
190512

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 56 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189841



Common Names

  • Phlomoides Milkvetch
  • Phlomoid Milkvetch
  • Phlomoide Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus baijensis C.C.Towns. [valid]
  • Tragacantha phlomodes (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus phlomoides (also called Phlomoides Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has a short stem, and its leaves are alternate and pinnately compound. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as steppes and semi-deserts.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Astragalus phlomoides is a small, yellowish-white pea-like flower, with a slender, curved keel. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a short stem and oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus phlomoides is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Astragalus phlomoides

Astragalus phlomoides 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 phlomoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus phlomoides?

Astragalus phlomoides

What is the common name of Astragalus phlomoides?

No common name

Where is Astragalus phlomoides found?

It is found in the western United States

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