Status:
valid
Authors:
S.L.Welsh
Source:
ildis
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Great Basin Naturalist34: 305 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164272
Common Names
- Isely's Milkvetch
- Isely's Astragalus
- Isely Astragalus
Description
Astragalus iselyi (also called 'Isely's Milkvetch', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus iselyi is used as a medicinal plant and as a food source. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, digestive problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus iselyi has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in the axils of the leaves. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, oblong-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus iselyi is a small shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the shrub should be watered regularly and fertilized occasionally.
Where to Find Astragalus iselyi
Astragalus iselyi is native to the Brazilian states of Bahia and Minas Gerais. It is found in the caatinga and cerrado vegetation types.
Astragalus iselyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus iselyi?
Astragalus iselyi
What is the common name of Astragalus iselyi?
Astragalus
Where is Astragalus iselyi found?
Astragalus iselyi is found in Mexico and Central America.
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