Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
alpinus
ID:
164440

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 760 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163769

Common Names

  • Alpine Milkvetch
  • Alpine Astragalus
  • Alpine Locoweed

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Synonyms

  • Phaca minima All. [valid]
  • Tragacantha alpina (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus phacinus E.H.L.Krause [illegitimate]
  • Atelophragma alpinum (L.) Rydb. [valid]
  • Phaca arctica (Bunge) Gand. [unknown]
  • Astragalus alpinus arcticus (Bunge) Hulten [unknown]
  • Astragalus alpestris Bubani [unknown]
  • Astragalus alpinus alaskanus Hulten [unknown]
  • Astragalus astragalinus (DC.) E.Sheld. [illegitimate]
  • Phaca alpina (L.) Piper [illegitimate]
  • Phaca astragalina DC. [illegitimate]
  • Tium alpinum (L.) Rydb. [valid]
  • Astragalus alpinus arcticus Lindm., p.p.B [deprecated]
  • Astragalus alpinus alpinus [unknown]
  • Astragalina alpina (L.) Bubani [valid]
  • Astragaloides alpina (L.) Medik. [valid]
  • Astragalus alpinus dilutus J.M.Norman [unknown]

Description

Astragalus alpinus (also called Alpine milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and has small, white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus alpinus is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including skin diseases, digestive issues, and respiratory conditions. It is also used as a natural fertilizer and as a soil enhancer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astragalus alpinus sub. alpinus
Astragalus alpinus sub. brunetianus (Fernald) Hultén

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus alpinus has small, yellow flowers with a white banner and a yellow keel. The seeds are small, dark brown and flattened. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped cotyledons and a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus alpinus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and thinned to a spacing of 10-15 cm. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astragalus alpinus

Astragalus alpinus is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is found in the mountains of Europe, from Spain to Russia.

Astragalus alpinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus alpinus?

Astragalus alpinus

What is the common name of Astragalus alpinus?

Alpine Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus alpinus?

Astragalus alpinus is found in grasslands, meadows, 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