Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
puniceus
ID:
170751

Status:
valid

Authors:
Osterh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Muhlenbergia1: 140 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170080



Common Names

  • Purple Milkvetch
  • Purple Loco
  • Purple Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Xylophacos puniceus (Osterh.) Rydb. [valid]
  • Pisophaca punicea (Osterh.) Rydb. [valid]

Description

Astragalus puniceus (also called Puniceus 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 puniceus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astragalus puniceus var. gertrudis (Greene) Barneby
Astragalus puniceus var. puniceus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus puniceus 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 puniceus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers and can be pruned to maintain a compact size.

Where to Find Astragalus puniceus

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

Astragalus puniceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus puniceus?

Astragalus puniceus

What is the common name of Astragalus puniceus?

Purple Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus puniceus?

It is found in dry, rocky, open areas, usually at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.

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