Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tehchingensis
ID:
198966

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.T.Fu

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198295



Common Names

  • Tehching Milkvetch
  • Tsing-chi Milkvetch
  • Tsing-chi Vetch


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Description

Astragalus tehchingensis (also called 'Tehching Milkvetch', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Caucasus and Turkey, and is found growing in rocky, open habitats at elevations of up to 2,500 metres.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus tehchingensis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It has also been used for its medicinal properties, such as treating coughs, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus tehchingensis has yellow flowers, small seeds and short seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus tehchingensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20 degrees Celsius. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Astragalus tehchingensis

Astragalus tehchingensis is native to the mountains of Central Asia and can be found in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.

Astragalus tehchingensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus tehchingensis?

Astragalus tehchingensis

What is the common name of Astragalus tehchingensis?

Tehching Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus tehchingensis?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the western United States

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

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-44807: Based on the initial data import
Kun Tsun Fu (b.1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.T.Fu' in the authors string.