Astragalus sobolevskiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sobolevskiae
ID:
208935
Status:
valid
Authors:
Polozhij
Source:
ildis
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Izv. Sibirsk. Otd. Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R., Ser. Biol. Nauk1: 76 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208264
Common Names
- Sobolevsky's Milkvetch
- Sobolevsky's Astragalus
- Astragalus sobolevskiae
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Astragalus sobolevskiae (also called Sobolevsk's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It has a woody rootstock and grows up to 20 cm in height. It is found in dry grasslands, steppes, and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus sobolevskiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus sobolevskiae is a white to pale pink, pea-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus sobolevskiae is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-7.
Where to Find Astragalus sobolevskiae
Astragalus sobolevskiae can be found in Central Asia, particularly in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan. It is a perennial herb with small yellow flowers and grows in dry, sunny areas.
Astragalus sobolevskiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus sobolevskiae?
Astragalus sobolevskiae
What is the family of Astragalus sobolevskiae?
Fabaceae
Where is Astragalus sobolevskiae found?
Central Asia
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
Antonina Polozhy (1917-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Polozhij' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus sobolevskiae Polozhij: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.