Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pseudobeckii
ID:
1056441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Širj. & Rech.f.

Source:
tro

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Biol. Skr.9(3): 40 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001055779



Common Names

  • Pseudobeckii Milkvetch
  • Pseudobeckii Locoweed
  • Pseudobeckii Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus pseudobeckii (also called Pseudobeck's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It typically grows in sandy soils, and is found in dry meadows, steppes, and semi-deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus pseudobeckii has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-tumor properties. It is also used as an herbal remedy to treat various ailments such as colds, flu, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus pseudobeckii has small, yellow flowers with a short, straight spur. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pseudobeckii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few buds and roots. Plant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Astragalus pseudobeckii

Astragalus pseudobeckii can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

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