Status:
valid
Authors:
Popov & Kult.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Glavn. Bot. Sada R.S.F.S.R.4: 157 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207780
Common Names
- Excedens Milkvetch
- Excedens Astragalus
- Excedens Locoweed
Synonyms
- Astragalus schartusii B.Fedtsch. [valid]
Description
Astragalus excedens (also called Exceeding Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and has yellowish-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus excedens is used to treat fever, headaches, and sore throats. It is also used to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and nausea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus excedens has small, yellowish-white flowers with a purple-tipped keel. The seed is a small, round, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a small root system.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus excedens is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of established plants.
Where to Find Astragalus excedens
Astragalus excedens can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.
Astragalus excedens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus excedens?
Astragalus excedens
What is the common name of Astragalus excedens?
Exceeding Milkvetch
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus excedens?
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