Astragalus gilvus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gilvus
ID:
1054930
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
tro
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 71 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001054268
Common Names
- Astragalus gilvus
- Gilvus Astragalus
- Gilvus Milkvetch
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus gilvus (also called Gilvous Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States, typically found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, deserts, and rocky slopes. It has grey-green leaves and small yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus gilvus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, anxiety, and insomnia. It is also used as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent, and is believed to have anti-cancer properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus gilvus has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus gilvus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It is best to water the plant deeply but infrequently. Pruning is not necessary, but deadheading will encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Astragalus gilvus
Astragalus gilvus can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.
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
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:477598-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus gilvus Boiss.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.