Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
tro
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg, sér. 3, 24: 31 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001054367
Common Names
- Skythropos Milkvetch
- Skythropos Astragalus
- Skythropos Locoweed
Description
Astragalus skythropos (also called Skythian Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of up to 0.3 meters. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It has small, grey-green leaves and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus skythropos is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has been used in traditional medicine for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, flu, and digestive issues. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus skythropos has small, white flowers that appear in clusters. The seed is a small, black, shiny bean-like shape. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus skythropos is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Astragalus skythropos
Astragalus skythropos is native to the western United States, from California to Montana, and can be found in dry, open areas. It is a low-growing perennial plant with small, white flowers.
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