Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge ex Boiss.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1872
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient.2: 425 (1872)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198538
Common Names
- Thread-stemmed Milkvetch
- Thread-stemmed Astragalus
- Thread-stemmed Locoweed
Synonyms
- Tragacantha nematodes (Bunge ex Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Astragalus nematodes (also called Thread-Stemmed Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China, Mongolia, and Russia. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and steppes at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus nematodes is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of conditions, including fatigue, anemia, and diabetes. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-oxidant properties. Additionally, it is used to boost the immune system and to treat various gastrointestinal disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus nematodes has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, narrow seed pod. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus nematodes can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Astragalus nematodes
Astragalus nematodes is native to the western United States and can be found in California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, and Utah.
Astragalus nematodes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus nematodes?
Astragalus nematodes
What is the common name of Astragalus nematodes?
Threaded Milkvetch
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus nematodes?
Astragalus nematodes is native to North 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