Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lineatus
ID:
190434

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1783

Citation Micro:
Encycl.1: 314 (1783)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189763

Common Names

  • Lineatus Milkvetch
  • Lineatus Astragalus
  • Lineatus Milkvetch

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus grammecalyx Boiss. & Hohen. [valid]
  • Astragalus gorganicus Širj. & Rech.f. [valid]
  • Astragalus coelicolor Širj. & Rech.f. [valid]
  • Astragalus cappadocicus Boiss. [valid]
  • Astragalus chionophilus Boiss. & Heldr. [valid]
  • Astragalus longidens Freyn [valid]
  • Astragalus gezeldarensis Grossh. [valid]
  • Tragacantha grammocalyx (Boiss. & Hohen.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha sphaerocalyx (Ledeb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha lineata (Lam.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha chionophila (Boiss. & Heldr.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha cappadocica (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Saccocalyx lineatus Steven [unknown]
  • Astragalus sphaerocalyx Ledeb. [valid]
  • Astragalus jildisianus Bornm. [valid]
  • Astragalus lineatus jildisianus (Bornm.) Ponert [valid]
  • Saccocalyx lineatus (Lam.) Steven [valid]
  • Astragalus lineatus jildisianus (Bornm.) V.A.Matthews [valid]
  • Astragalus lineatus longidens (Freyn) V.A.Matthews [valid]
  • Astragalus lineatus longidens (Freyn) Ponert [valid]
  • Astragalus lineatus bibracteolatus H.Duman & M.Vural [valid]

Description

Astragalus lineatus (also called Striped Milk Vetch, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has white flowers and its native regions are Europe and Asia. It is usually found in dry meadows, steppes, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus lineatus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, poor circulation, and digestive issues. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus lineatus has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus lineatus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9 and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Astragalus lineatus

Astragalus lineatus is native to the western United States, specifically California, Nevada and Utah. It is found in dry, rocky areas and can be found in nurseries that specialize in native plants.

Astragalus lineatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus lineatus?

Astragalus lineatus

What is the common name of Astragalus lineatus?

Lined Milk-Vetch

Where is Astragalus lineatus found?

It is found in the Middle East, from Turkey to Iran

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