Status:
valid
Authors:
Pachom. & Rassulova
Source:
ildis
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Opred. Rast. Sred. Azii6: 350 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208149
Common Names
- Pseudobabatagi Milkvetch
- False-Babatag Milkvetch
- False-Babatag Astragalus
Description
Astragalus pseudobabatagi (also called False Babatag Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to western North America in the United States and Canada, and is found in dry, open habitats such as sagebrush steppe and pinyon-juniper woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus pseudobabatagi 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
The flower of Astragalus pseudobabatagi is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings have a thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus pseudobabatagi is a perennial plant that is hardy in USDA zones 4-9. It prefers full sun and dry, rocky soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart.
Where to Find Astragalus pseudobabatagi
Astragalus pseudobabatagi is native to the Caucasus region of Russia and can be found in meadows and grasslands.
Astragalus pseudobabatagi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus pseudobabatagi?
Astragalus pseudobabatagi
What is the common name of Astragalus pseudobabatagi?
False-Babatagi Milkvetch
Where is Astragalus pseudobabatagi 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