Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pterocarpus
ID:
170745

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Botany [Fortieth Parallel]: 71 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170074



Common Names

  • Wing-Pod Milk Vetch
  • Winged Milk Vetch
  • Pterocarpus Milk Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Pterophacos pterocarpus (S.Watson) Rydb. [valid]
  • Tragacantha pterocarpa (S.Watson) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus pterocarpus (also called Pterocarpus Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States, found in dry grasslands and open woodlands. It has a woody stem and small, white-pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus pterocarpus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fatigue, anemia, and diabetes. It is also used as an adaptogen to help the body cope with stress, and as an immune system booster.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus pterocarpus is a small, white, pea-like flower with yellowish-green veins. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pterocarpus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Astragalus pterocarpus

Astragalus pterocarpus is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Nevada, and Utah.

Astragalus pterocarpus FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Astragalus pterocarpus?

Astragalus pterocarpus prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F.

How often should I water Astragalus pterocarpus?

Astragalus pterocarpus should be watered deeply once a week during the growing season and every other week during the winter.

How can I propagate Astragalus pterocarpus?

Astragalus pterocarpus can be propagated from seed or by division of the root clumps.

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