Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
wulumuquanus
ID:
1061464

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.T.Wang & Tang ex K.T.Fu

Source:
tro

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 2(4): 71 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001060802



Common Names

  • Astragalus wulumuquanus
  • Wulumuquanus Astragalus
  • Wulumuquanus Chagyabensis


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Description

Astragalus wulumuquanus (also called Wulumuqan Milk Vetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a prostrate or ascending habit and a woody rootstock. It is native to China, and is found in grasslands and shrublands at elevations of 2,000–3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus wulumuquanus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fatigue and boost the immune system. It is also used as a food source and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus wulumuquanus is yellow in color, with a long, narrow petal. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus wulumuquanus is a deciduous shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and should be watered regularly. Once established, the shrub is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Astragalus wulumuquanus

Astragalus wulumuquanus is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Anhui, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hainan, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Shaanxi, Sichuan, and Yunnan.

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-13066901: Based on the initial data import
Tsin Tang (1897-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tang' in the authors string.
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Kun Tsun Fu (b.1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.T.Fu' in the authors string.