Astragalus subpenicillatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subpenicillatus
ID:
555248
Status:
valid
Authors:
Podlech
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica174: 259 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554580
Common Names
- Subpenicillatus Milkvetch
- Penicillate Milkvetch
- Subpenicillate Milkvetch
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus subpenicillatus (also called Bristly Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, woodlands, and shrublands. It has a low-growing, spreading habit with small, grey-green leaves and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus subpenicillatus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, anxiety, and digestive issues. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to boost the immune system.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astragalus subpenicillatus are white, and have a bell-shaped corolla. The seed pods are long and narrow, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Astragalus subpenicillatus 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 subpenicillatus
Astragalus subpenicillatus is native to Iran and Afghanistan.
Astragalus subpenicillatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus subpenicillatus?
Astragalus subpenicillatus
What is the common name of Astragalus subpenicillatus?
No common name
Where is Astragalus subpenicillatus native to?
Turkey
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
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1016023-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus subpenicillatus Podlech: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.