Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
urceolatus
ID:
1056400

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene ex Rydb.) Greene ex Ch.Porter

Source:
tro

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Rev. N.-Amer. Astragalus [Index, p. 311] (1923), nomen.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001055738



Common Names

  • Urceolatus Milkvetch
  • Urceolatus' Milkvetch
  • Urceolatus Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus urceolatus (also called Urceolate Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Caucasus region, and is found in grassy and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus urceolatus is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough. It is also used as a tonic and for improving digestion. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus urceolatus has small yellow flowers with a long, curved spur. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus urceolatus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is generally pest- and disease-free. It can be grown from seed, but it takes a long time to germinate and may require stratification. Division is the best way to propagate Astragalus urceolatus.

Where to Find Astragalus urceolatus

Astragalus urceolatus is native to the Mediterranean region.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-13039124: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
Charles Lyman Porter (b.1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ch.Porter' in the authors string.