Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
yamamotoi
ID:
192954

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miyabe & Tatew.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Trans. Sapporo Nat. Hist. Soc.13: 380 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192283



Common Names

  • Yamamoto's Milkvetch
  • Yamamoto's Astragalus
  • Yamamoto's Locoweed


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Description

Astragalus yamamotoi (also called Yamamoto's Astragalus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan, China, and Korea. It grows in open grasslands, meadows, and forest edges. It has a long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow or white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus yamamotoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus yamamotoi has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus yamamotoi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods require full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Astragalus yamamotoi

Astragalus yamamotoi is native to Japan and can be found in the mountains of Honshu.

Astragalus yamamotoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus yamamotoi?

Astragalus yamamotoi

What is the common name of Astragalus yamamotoi?

Yamamoto's milkvetch

Where is Astragalus yamamotoi native to?

Japan

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

Misao Tatewaki (1899-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tatew.' in the authors string.
Kingo Miyabe (1860-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miyabe' in the authors string.