Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sesamoides
ID:
190631

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 59 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189960



Common Names

  • Sesame Milkvetch
  • Fringed Milkvetch
  • Sesamoid Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha sesamodes (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus stella longistipulatus Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus sesamoides (also called Sesame Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Fabaceae family. It has a short, woody stem and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the Middle East and Central Asia, and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus sesamoides is used as a medicinal herb, as a food source, and for its nitrogen-fixing properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Astragalus sesamoides is yellowish-white, pea-like, and about 1 cm long. The seed is a small, oval-shaped, black-colored legume. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus sesamoides is an annual herb that grows to a height of up to 1 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Astragalus sesamoides

Astragalus sesamoides is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and east to Montana. It is found in dry, rocky soils in open, sunny areas.

Astragalus sesamoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus sesamoides?

Astragalus sesamoides

What is the common name of Astragalus sesamoides?

Sesame Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus sesamoides?

Dry hillsides and rocky slopes

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