Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tesquorum
ID:
1281597

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech & L.R.Xu

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Novon17: 251 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280935



Common Names

  • Astragalus tesquorum
  • Tesquorum Astragalus
  • Tesquorum Astragaluses


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Description

Astragalus tesquorum (also called Astragalus tesquorum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to China. It is an herbaceous perennial that grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus tesquorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus tesquorum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus tesquorum is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Astragalus tesquorum

Astragalus tesquorum is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Gansu, Qinghai, and Sichuan.

Astragalus tesquorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus tesquorum?

Astragalus tesquorum

What is the common name of Astragalus tesquorum?

Tesqua milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus tesquorum?

Grasslands and steppes

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.
Lang Ran Xu (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.Xu' in the authors string.