Status:
valid
Authors:
Czerniak.
Source:
tro
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Glavn. Bot. Sada R.S.F.S.R. 2: 69 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001055666
Common Names
- Rubro-marginatus Milkvetch
- Rubro-marginatus Vetch
- Rubro-marginatus' Milkvetch
Description
Astragalus rubro-marginatus (also called Red-margined Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Europe and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus rubro-marginatus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and asthma. It is also used to boost the immune system and improve overall health.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus rubro-marginatus is a small, white, pea-like flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus rubro-marginatus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Astragalus rubro-marginatus
Astragalus rubro-marginatus can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Utah.
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