Astragalus urbanianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
urbanianus
ID:
170834
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ulbr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.37: 422 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170163
Common Names
- Urban's Milkvetch
- Urban Milkvetch
- Urban's Bird's-foot Trefoil
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus urbanianus (also called Urban's 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 urbanianus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, anxiety, and insomnia. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that can help boost the immune system.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astragalus urbanianus are yellow, and the seeds are small, dark brown. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus urbanianus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. It is not particularly picky about soil type, but it does prefer soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Astragalus urbanianus
Astragalus urbanianus is native to the western United States, primarily in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington.
Astragalus urbanianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus urbanianus?
Astragalus urbanianus
What type of plant is Astragalus urbanianus?
Astragalus urbanianus is a species of flowering plant in the legume family.
Where is Astragalus urbanianus found?
Astragalus urbanianus 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
Oskar Eberhard Ulbrich (1879-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ulbr.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus urbanianus Ulbr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.