Status:
valid
Authors:
Sumnev.
Source:
tro
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Sist. Zametki Mater. Gerb. Krylova Tomsk. Gosud. Univ. Kuybysheva2-3: 4 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001055687
Common Names
- Zaisan Milk Vetch
- Zaisan Astragalus
- Zaisan Locoweed
Description
Astragalus zaissanensis (also called Zaissan Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Asia and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus zaissanensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus zaissanensis is a small, yellow-green flower with a white center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus zaissanensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Astragalus zaissanensis
Astragalus zaissanensis can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Utah.
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