Astragalus physocarpus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
physocarpus
ID:
208797
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ledeb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Fl. Altaic.3: 335 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208126
Common Names
- Physocarpus Milkvetch
- Physocarpus Astragalus
- Physocarpus Locoweed
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- Astragalus physodes altaicus Pall. [valid]
Description
Astragalus physocarpus (also called Bladder 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 physocarpus is a medicinal plant used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and colds. It is also used to reduce inflammation and to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Astragalus physocarpus 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.
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Astragalus physocarpus 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 physocarpus
Astragalus physocarpus can be found in the Caucasus region of Russia.
Astragalus physocarpus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus physocarpus?
Astragalus physocarpus
What is the common name of Astragalus physocarpus?
Bladder Milkvetch
Where is Astragalus physocarpus found?
It is found in Russia and Kazakhstan
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
Carl Friedrich von Ledebour (1786-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ledeb.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus physocarpus Ledeb.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.