Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
frickii
ID:
208475

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 11(16): 117 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207804

Common Names

  • Frickii Milkvetch
  • Frickii Astragalus
  • Frickii Locoweed

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus frickii longirostris Freyn & Albov [valid]
  • Astragalus salareticus Boriss. [valid]
  • Tragacantha frickii (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus transcaucasicus Eig [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus galaganii Lipsky [valid]
  • Astragalus barbeyanus Freyn [illegitimate]

Description

Astragalus frickii (also called Frick's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures, and has a characteristic upright habit, with stems growing up to 40 cm tall and bearing small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus frickii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fatigue, improve the immune system, and reduce inflammation. It is also used to treat respiratory issues, such as asthma and bronchitis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus frickii is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus frickii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Astragalus frickii

Astragalus frickii can be found in Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan.

Astragalus frickii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus frickii?

Astragalus frickii

What is the common name of Astragalus frickii?

Frick's Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus frickii?

It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, sagebrush, and pinyon-juniper 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