Astragalus recurvatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
recurvatus
ID:
555042
Status:
valid
Authors:
Podlech
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Sendtnera7: 187 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554374
Common Names
- Recurvatus Milkvetch
- Recurvatus Locoweed
- Recurvatus Vetch
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus recurvatus (also called Hooked Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows in dry, rocky soils in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands. It has small, white to pinkish flowers and narrow, curved leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus recurvatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus recurvatus flowers are small and yellowish-white in color. The seeds are small, brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
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Astragalus recurvatus 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 recurvatus
Astragalus recurvatus can be found in the mountains of Iran.
Astragalus recurvatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus recurvatus?
Astragalus recurvatus
What is the common name of Astragalus recurvatus?
Recurved Milkvetch
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus recurvatus?
Grassy slopes and meadows 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
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:20001094-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus recurvatus Podlech: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.