Astragalus gigantostegius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gigantostegius
ID:
554279
Status:
valid
Authors:
Podlech
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Sendtnera6: 154 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553611
Common Names
- Gigantostegius Milkvetch
- Gigantostegia Milkvetch
- Gigantostegia's Milkvetch
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus gigantostegius (also called Giant-Stem Milk-Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base and hairy stems. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus gigantostegius has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties. It is also believed to be beneficial for treating fatigue, anemia, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus gigantostegius is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green plants with thin, wiry stems.
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Astragalus gigantostegius is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Astragalus gigantostegius
Astragalus gigantostegius can be found in the temperate forests of Europe and Asia.
Astragalus gigantostegius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus gigantostegius?
Astragalus gigantostegius
What is the common name of Astragalus gigantostegius?
Giant-plated Milkvetch
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus gigantostegius?
Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1011943-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus gigantostegius Podlech: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.