Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
yumenensis
ID:
1270962

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.B.Ho

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
S.Y.Jin & Y.L.Chen, Cat. Type Spec. China: 419 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001270300





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Description

Astragalus yumenensis (also called Astragalus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has small, leathery leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in humid, temperate forests and is often found in the understory of larger trees.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus yumenensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin problems and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Astragalus yumenensis are small, white and have four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a reddish stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus yumenensis is a perennial plant native to China. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, sunny spot. To propagate from cuttings, take a stem cutting of around 5 cm in length and allow it to dry out for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. It should be kept in a warm, sunny spot and watered sparingly.

Where to Find Astragalus yumenensis

Astragalus yumenensis can be found in the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Astragalus yumenensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus yumenensis?

Astragalus yumenensis

What type of plant is Astragalus yumenensis?

A shrub

Where is Astragalus yumenensis found?

It is found in China, Japan, and Korea

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 version 1.0, record: ild-45125: Originally associated with wfo-0000198618
The Plant List version 1.1, record: ild-45125: Originally associated with wfo-0000198618
Shan Bao Ho (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.B.Ho' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:901547-1: Based on the initial data import