Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
damzungensis
ID:
554070

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech & L.R.Xu

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Sendtnera7: 193 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553402

Common Names

  • Astragalus damzungensis
  • Damzungensis Astragalus
  • Damzungensis Milkvetch

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Description

Astragalus damzungensis (also called Damzung Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and has small yellow flowers and narrow, pointed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus damzungensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus damzungensis is a pale yellow, pea-like flower with a white or yellowish center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a white or yellowish center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus damzungensis can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in early spring and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix. Water the plants regularly and fertilize them every spring.

Where to Find Astragalus damzungensis

Astragalus damzungensis can be found in Tibet.

Astragalus damzungensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus damzungensis?

Astragalus damzungensis

What is the common name of Astragalus damzungensis?

Damzung Milk Vetch

What is the growth habit of Astragalus damzungensis?

It is an erect, perennial herb with a woody base

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

Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
Lang Ran Xu (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.Xu' in the authors string.