Astragalus mekongensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mekongensis
ID:
744032
Status:
valid
Authors:
Podlech
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert.120: 54 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743365
Common Names
- Astragalus Mekongensis
- Mekongensis Astragalus
- Mekongensis's Astragalus
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Astragalus mekongensis (also called Mekong Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus mekongensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus mekongensis has yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seed pods are inflated and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and the first true leaves are pinnate.
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Astragalus mekongensis is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized lightly. It is best to mulch around the plant to help retain moisture.
Where to Find Astragalus mekongensis
Astragalus mekongensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the Mekong River Basin.
Astragalus mekongensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus mekongensis?
Astragalus mekongensis
What is the common name of Astragalus mekongensis?
Mekong Milkvetch
Where is Astragalus mekongensis found?
It is found in China, Laos, and Vietnam
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
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77099175-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus mekongensis Podlech: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.