Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
souliei
ID:
199152

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Simpson

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198481



Common Names

  • Soulie's Milkvetch
  • Soulie's Astragalus
  • Astragalus Souliei


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Description

Astragalus souliei (also called Soulie's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils in open grasslands and sagebrush habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus souliei has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hepatoprotective properties. It is also used to treat fatigue, diabetes, and high cholesterol.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus souliei has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a raceme. The seed pods are small and curved, with a single seed inside. The seedlings have small, round leaves and thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus souliei can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Astragalus souliei

Astragalus souliei can be found in China.

Astragalus souliei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus souliei?

Astragalus souliei

What is the common name of Astragalus souliei?

Soulie's milkvetch

Where is Astragalus souliei native to?

China

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

George Simpson (1880-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Simpson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:479882-1: Based on the initial data import