Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Chen & Zi G.Qian
Source:
tro
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan.19: 237 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001241061
Common Names
- Yangii Astragalus
- Astragalus Yangii
- Astragalus Yangii
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus yangii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astragalus yangii are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus yangii is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a cold frame in the spring. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in the summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Astragalus yangii
Astragalus yangii can be found in China, specifically in the province of Yunnan.
Astragalus yangii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus yangii?
Astragalus yangii
What is the common name of Astragalus yangii?
Yang's milkvetch
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus yangii?
Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands
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
Zi Gang Qian: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zi G.Qian' in the authors string.