Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
remotispicatus
ID:
1332284

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bagheri & Maassoumi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
PLoS ONE11(3): e0149726 (6) (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344738



Common Names

  • Astragalus
  • Remotispicatus
  • Astragalus Remotispicatus


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Description

Astragalus remotispicatus (also called Remote-spiked Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant with a rosette of basal leaves and a single flower head. It is native to North America, and is found in moist grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus remotispicatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Astragalus remotispicatus are yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus remotispicatus can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. For division, carefully dig up the clump and divide it into smaller sections. Replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Astragalus remotispicatus

Astragalus remotispicatus is found in the temperate forests of North America.

Astragalus remotispicatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus remotispicatus?

Astragalus remotispicatus

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus remotispicatus?

It is found in dry areas of Utah, USA.

What is the flowering period of Astragalus remotispicatus?

It flowers from April to June.

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

Ali Asghar Maassoumi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maassoumi' in the authors string.
Ali Bagheri (b.1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bagheri' in the authors string.