Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pseudosinaicus
ID:
554989

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gazer & Podlech

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Sendtnera1: 110 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554321



Common Names

  • Sinai Milkvetch
  • Pseudosinaicus Milkvetch
  • Sinai Locoweed


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Description

Astragalus pseudosinaicus (also called Pseudosinaicus 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 pseudosinaicus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, fatigue, and digestive issues. It has also been used to boost the immune system and reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus pseudosinaicus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pseudosinaicus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny location. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting of a mature stem and plant it in moist soil. Keep the soil moist until the cutting has rooted. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into its permanent location.

Where to Find Astragalus pseudosinaicus

Astragalus pseudosinaicus can be found in the mountains of western China.

Astragalus pseudosinaicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus pseudosinaicus?

Astragalus pseudosinaicus

What is the common name of Astragalus pseudosinaicus?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus pseudosinaicus?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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

Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
Magda Gazer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gazer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:975520-1: Based on the initial data import