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Common Names
- Soulie's Milkvetch
- Soulie's Astragalus
- Astragalus Souliei
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.
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