Astragalus toanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
toanus
ID:
170824
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.E.Jones
Source:
ildis
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Zoe3: 296 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170153
Common Names
- Toa Milkvetch
- Toa Astragalus
- Toanus Milkvetch
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus toanus (also called Toan Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus toanus has been used to make tea and as a food source. It is also used to make a traditional Chinese medicine called Huang Qi.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Astragalus toanus var. toanusAstragalus toanus var. scidulus S.L.Welsh & N.D.Atwood
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus toanus has small yellow flowers with five petals and a short, curved seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus toanus is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is tolerant of drought.
Where to Find Astragalus toanus
Astragalus toanus is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, sandy, rocky soils in desert scrub, chaparral, and grassland habitats.
Astragalus toanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus toanus?
Astragalus toanus
What type of plant is Astragalus toanus?
Astragalus toanus is a species of flowering plant in the legume family.
Where is Astragalus toanus found?
Astragalus toanus is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
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
Marcus E. Jones (1852-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Jones' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus toanus M.E.Jones: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.