Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
uhlwormianus
ID:
555359

Status:
valid

Authors:
Freyn & Bornm.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z.40: 441 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554691



Common Names

  • Uhlwormianus Milkvetch
  • Uhlwormianus Locoweed
  • Uhlwormianus Vetch


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Description

Astragalus uhlwormianus (also called 'Uhlworm's Milkvetch', among many other common names) is an erect, perennial herb with a woody base and small, white flowers. It is native to China and can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus uhlwormianus is used as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus uhlwormianus is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus uhlwormianus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Astragalus uhlwormianus

Astragalus uhlwormianus can be found in the rocky slopes of the Andes in Peru.

Astragalus uhlwormianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus uhlwormianus?

Astragalus uhlwormianus

What is the family of Astragalus uhlwormianus?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Astragalus uhlwormianus?

Uhlworm's Milkvetch

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

Josef Franz Freyn (1845-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Freyn' in the authors string.
Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:480350-1: Based on the initial data import