Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sparsipilis
ID:
555193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hub.-Mor. & D.F.Chamb.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh29: 290 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554525



Common Names

  • Sparsipilis Milkvetch
  • Sparsipilis Locoweed
  • Sparsipilis Vetch


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Description

Astragalus sparsipilis (also called Sparsipilous Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has small white flowers and grows in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus sparsipilis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fatigue, anemia, and to boost the immune system. It is also used as a natural diuretic and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus sparsipilis has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus sparsipilis is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astragalus sparsipilis

Astragalus sparsipilis can be found in Central Asia.

Astragalus sparsipilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus sparsipilis?

Astragalus sparsipilis

What are the common names of Astragalus sparsipilis?

Sparsipilis Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus sparsipilis?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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

Arthur Huber-Morath (1901-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hub.-Mor.' in the authors string.
David Franklin Chamberlain (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.F.Chamb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:479888-1: Based on the initial data import