Astragalus pseudodianthus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudodianthus
ID:
208824
Status:
valid
Authors:
Nabiev
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Inst. Bot. Akad. Nauk Uzbeksk. S.S.R.14: 21 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208153
Common Names
- Pseudodianthus Milkvetch
- False-Dianthus Milkvetch
- False-Dianthus Astragalus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus pseudodianthus (also called False Dianthus 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 pseudodianthus 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 pseudodianthus 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.
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Astragalus pseudodianthus 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 pseudodianthus
Astragalus pseudodianthus is native to the Caucasus region of Russia and can be found in meadows and grasslands.
Astragalus pseudodianthus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus pseudodianthus?
Astragalus pseudodianthus
What is the common name of Astragalus pseudodianthus?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus pseudodianthus?
It is found in dry, rocky slopes in the mountains of central and western China
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
M.M. Nabiev (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nabiev' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus pseudodianthus Nabiev: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.