Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
filipes
ID:
170575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. ex A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts6: 226 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169904

Common Names

  • Filipe Milkvetch
  • Filipe Vetch
  • Filipe Pea

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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha filipes (Torr. ex A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus macgregorii (Rydb.) Tidestr. [valid]
  • Homalobus filipes (Torr. ex A.Gray) A.Heller [valid]
  • Homalobus macgregorii Rydb. [valid]
  • Astragalus stenophyllus filipes (Torr. ex A.Gray) Tidestr. [valid]
  • Astragalus stenophyllus residuus (Jeps.) Barneby [valid]
  • Astragalus filipes residuus Jeps. [valid]
  • Astragalus stenophyllus Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
  • Solenotus stenophyllus (Torr. & A.Gray) Steven [valid]
  • Phaca stenophylla (Torr. & A.Gray) Piper [valid]
  • Tragacantha stenophylla (Torr. & A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Homalobus stenophyllus (Torr. & A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
  • Astragalus filipes filipes [unknown]
  • Astragalus leptophyllus Nutt. [illegitimate]

Description

Astragalus filipes (also called Thread-Leaf 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 filipes 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 filipes 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 filipes 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 filipes

Astragalus filipes can be found in the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Astragalus filipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus filipes?

Astragalus filipes

What is the common name of Astragalus filipes?

Filipes milkvetch

Where is Astragalus filipes 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

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.