Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pterocephalus
ID:
185806

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Izv. Imp. Obshch. Lyubit. Estestv. Moskovsk. Univ.26(2): 252 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185135



Common Names

  • Wing-Fruited Milkvetch
  • Wing-Fruited Astragalus
  • Tian Ma


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Synonyms

  • Astracantha pterocephala (Bunge) Podlech [deprecated]
  • Astragalus flexilispinus (Boriss.) Boriss. [valid]
  • Tragacantha flexilispina Boriss. [valid]
  • Astragalus chodsha-bakirganicus B.M.Kom. [unknown]
  • Astracantha pycnantha (Boriss.) Podlech [deprecated]
  • Astragalus pycnanthus (Boiss.) Sirj. [deprecated]
  • Tragacantha pycnantha Boriss. [valid]
  • Astracantha rubens (B.Fedtsch. & N.A.Ivanova) Podl [unknown]
  • Astragalus rubens B.Fedtsch. & N.A.Ivanova [deprecated]
  • Astracantha stipulosa (Boriss.) Podlech [deprecated]
  • Tragacantha stipulosa Boriss. [valid]
  • Tragacantha pterocephala (Bunge) Boriss. [valid]
  • Tragacantha rubens (B.Fedtsch. & N.A.Ivanova) Boriss. [valid]
  • Astragalus pycnanthus (Boriss.) Širj. [valid]
  • Astragalus rubens B.Fedtsch. & N.A.Ivanova [valid]
  • Astragalus stipulosus (Boriss.) Boriss. [valid]
  • Tragacantha chodsha-bakirganica Rassulova [valid]
  • Astracantha flexispina (Boriss.) Podlech [valid]
  • Astracantha pterocephala (Bunge) Podlech [valid]
  • Astracantha pycnantha (Boriss.) Podlech [valid]
  • Astracantha rubens (B.Fedtsch. & N.A.Ivanova) Podlech [valid]
  • Astracantha stipulosa (Boriss.) Podlech [valid]

Description

Astragalus pterocephalus (also called Winged Milk-vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and a woody root system. It is native to Central Asia, and grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus pterocephalus is used as an ornamental plant and is believed to bring good luck and prosperity. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, diuretic, and immune-boosting properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus pterocephalus has yellow flowers with a white center, and its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pterocephalus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a year with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Astragalus pterocephalus

Astragalus pterocephalus can be found in the Middle East, from Syria to Iran.

Astragalus pterocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus pterocephalus?

Astragalus pterocephalus

What is the common name of Astragalus pterocephalus?

Wing-fruited milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus pterocephalus?

Dry open woods, thickets, roadsides, and disturbed sites

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