Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
gracaninii
ID:
191644

Status:
valid

Authors:
Micevski

Source:
ildis

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Godišen Zborn. Prir.-Mat. Fak. Univ. Skopje, Biol.23: 129 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190973

Common Names

  • Gracanin's Milkvetch
  • Gracanin's Astragalus
  • Gracanin's Locoweed

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Description

Astragalus gracaninii (also called Gracanin's Milk-vetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, oblong leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus gracaninii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, digestive problems, and infections. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus gracaninii is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus gracaninii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several clumps and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Astragalus gracaninii

Astragalus gracaninii can be found in the Granada province of Spain.

Astragalus gracaninii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus gracaninii?

Astragalus gracaninii

What are the common names of Astragalus gracaninii?

Gracanin's Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus gracaninii?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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