Astragalus pseudo-orthocarpus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudo-orthocarpus
ID:
554976
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ranjbar & Maassoumi
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot. 6: 252 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554308
Common Names
- Orthocarpus Milkvetch
- Astragalus pseudo-orthocarpus
- Orthocarpus' Milkvetch
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Astragalus pseudo-orthocarpus (also called Pseudo-orthocarpus Milk-Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has long, thin stems with small, white flowers and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus pseudo-orthocarpus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive issues. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may help reduce the risk of certain diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus pseudo-orthocarpus is a small, white to pinkish-purple flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin and green.
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Astragalus pseudo-orthocarpus is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings.
Where to Find Astragalus pseudo-orthocarpus
Astragalus pseudo-orthocarpus is native to Central Asia and can be found in dry, open habitats such as deserts and steppes.
Astragalus pseudo-orthocarpus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus pseudo-orthocarpus?
Astragalus pseudo-orthocarpus
What is the common name of Astragalus pseudo-orthocarpus?
Pseudo-orthocarpus Milkvetch
Where is Astragalus pseudo-orthocarpus native to?
Central Asia
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
Ali Asghar Maassoumi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maassoumi' in the authors string.
Massoud Ranjbar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranjbar' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:986144-1: Based on the initial data import