Astragalus pseudopendulinus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudopendulinus
ID:
208829
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kamelin
Source:
ildis
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208158
Common Names
- Pseudopendulinus Astragalus
- Pseudopendulinus Milkvetch
- Pseudopendulinus Locoweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus pseudopendulinus (also called False Pendulous 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 pseudopendulinus 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 pseudopendulinus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus pseudopendulinus 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 pseudopendulinus
Astragalus pseudopendulinus is native to the Caucasus region of Russia and can be found in meadows and grasslands.
Astragalus pseudopendulinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus pseudopendulinus?
Astragalus pseudopendulinus
What is the common name of Astragalus pseudopendulinus?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus pseudopendulinus?
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
Rudolf Kamelin (1938-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kamelin' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:479370-1: Based on the initial data import