Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
jejunus
ID:
170622

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Botany [Fortieth Parallel]: 73, 442 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169951

Common Names

  • Jejunus Milkvetch
  • Jejunus Astragalus
  • Hungry Milkvetch

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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha jejuna (S.Watson) Kuntze [valid]
  • Phaca jejuna (S.Watson) Rydb. [valid]

Description

Astragalus jejunus (also called Jejune Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, sagebrush and pinyon-juniper woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus jejunus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, fever, and diarrhea. It is also used as a tonic to improve overall health and vitality.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astragalus jejunus var. jejunus
Astragalus jejunus var. articulatus Dorn

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus jejunus flowers are yellow and pea-like, with a long, slender calyx. Its seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus jejunus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Astragalus jejunus

Astragalus jejunus is native to the western United States, from California to Wyoming. It is found in dry, rocky soils in open areas.

Astragalus jejunus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus jejunus?

Astragalus jejunus

What is the common name of Astragalus jejunus?

Jejunus Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus jejunus?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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