Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
shiroumaensis
ID:
192949

Status:
valid

Authors:
Makino

Source:
ildis

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo)20: 23 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192278



Common Names

  • Shirouma Milkvetch
  • Shirouma Astragalus
  • Shirouma Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus arakawensis Takeda [valid]

Description

Astragalus shiroumaensis (also called Shirouma Astragalus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan, China, and Korea. It grows in open grasslands, meadows, and forest edges. It has a long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow or white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus shiroumaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus shiroumaensis has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus shiroumaensis is a perennial herb native to Japan. It is easy to propagate from seeds, and prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought and frost tolerant.

Where to Find Astragalus shiroumaensis

Astragalus shiroumaensis is native to Japan, where it can be found in the mountains of Hokkaido.

Astragalus shiroumaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus shiroumaensis?

Astragalus shiroumaensis

What is the common name of Astragalus shiroumaensis?

Shirouma milkvetch

Where is Astragalus shiroumaensis native to?

Japan

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