Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tenuicaulis
ID:
199143

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 11(16): 23 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198472



Common Names

  • Tenuicaulis Milkvetch
  • Tenuicaulis Astragalus
  • Slender-stemmed Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus inconspicuus Baker [valid]
  • Tragacantha tenuicaulis (Benth. ex Bunge) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus tenuicaulis (also called Slender-stemmed 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 tenuicaulis 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 tenuicaulis 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 tenuicaulis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 30-60 cm apart and kept in full sun.

Where to Find Astragalus tenuicaulis

Astragalus tenuicaulis can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Astragalus tenuicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus tenuicaulis?

Astragalus tenuicaulis

What is the common name of Astragalus tenuicaulis?

Slender-stemmed Milkvetch

What type of plant is Astragalus tenuicaulis?

Astragalus tenuicaulis is a flowering plant in the legume family.

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