Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
fastidius
ID:
170573

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kellogg) M.E.Jones

Source:
ildis

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Contr. W. Bot.8: 8 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169902

Common Names

  • Fastidious Milkvetch
  • Tall Milkvetch
  • Narrow-Leaved Milkvetch

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus fastidiosus Greene [valid]
  • Astragalus leucopsis fastidius (Kellogg) M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Phaca fastidia Kellogg [valid]

Description

Astragalus fastidius (also called Fastidious Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia, North America, and Europe. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus fastidius has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including fatigue, insomnia, and anxiety. It has also been used as an anti-inflammatory and to boost the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus fastidius has yellow flowers with purple veins and a white center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus fastidius is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Astragalus fastidius

Astragalus fastidius can be found in the Great Basin Desert of Nevada and Utah.

Astragalus fastidius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus fastidius?

Astragalus fastidius

What is the common name of Astragalus fastidius?

Fastidious milkvetch

Where is Astragalus fastidius found?

It is found in the western United States

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