Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
ildis
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou39(II): 20 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186798
Common Names
- Astragalus Iliensis
- Ili Astragalus
- Ili Milkvetch
Synonyms
- Astragalus ilensis Bunge [unknown]
- Astragalus iliensis iliensis [unknown]
- Tragacantha iliensis (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Astragalus iliensis (also called Ili Astragalus, among many other common names) is a small, deciduous shrub native to the western United States. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry forests, savannas, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus iliensis is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus iliensis has small, yellow-green flowers, which are followed by small, round, black seed pods. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus iliensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Astragalus iliensis
Astragalus iliensis is found in the mountains of Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
Astragalus iliensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus iliensis?
Astragalus iliensis
What is the common name of Astragalus iliensis?
Ili Astragalus
Where is Astragalus iliensis found?
Astragalus iliensis is found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
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