Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sikokianus
ID:
192952

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
ildis

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Bull. Natl. Sci. Mus. Tokyo33: 15 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192281



Common Names

  • Sikokian Milkvetch
  • Sikokian Astragalus
  • Sikokian Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus koraiensis Y.N.Lee [valid]
  • Astragalus sikokianus koraiensis (Y.N.Lee) M.Kim [valid]

Description

Astragalus sikokianus (also called Sikokian 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 sikokianus 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 sikokianus has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus sikokianus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods require full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Astragalus sikokianus

Astragalus sikokianus is native to Japan and can be found in the mountains of Shikoku.

Astragalus sikokianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus sikokianus?

Astragalus sikokianus

What is the common name of Astragalus sikokianus?

Sikoku milkvetch

Where is Astragalus sikokianus 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