Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
penduliflorus
ID:
164442

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1779

Citation Micro:
Fl. Franç.2: 636 (1779)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163771

Common Names

  • Swinging Milkvetch
  • Pendulous Milkvetch
  • Pendulous Astragalus

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus alpinus (L.) E.H.L.Krause [illegitimate]
  • Colutea alpina Lam. [valid]
  • Phaca alpina L. [valid]
  • Phaca penduliflora (Lam.) Dusen [unknown]
  • Phaca penduliflora (Lam.) Bech. [unknown]
  • Astragalus ramosissimus Scop. [valid]
  • Tragacantha penduliflora Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus penduliflorus microcarpus Bolzon [valid]
  • Colutea arborescens alpestris Bolzon [valid]

Description

Astragalus penduliflorus (also called Pendulous milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and has small, white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus penduliflorus is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including skin diseases, digestive issues, and respiratory conditions. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a soil enhancer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus penduliflorus has small, yellow flowers with a white banner and a yellow keel. The seeds are small, dark brown and flattened. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped cotyledons and a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus penduliflorus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and thinned to a spacing of 10-15 cm. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astragalus penduliflorus

Astragalus penduliflorus is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and in North Africa.

Astragalus penduliflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus penduliflorus?

Astragalus penduliflorus

What is the common name of Astragalus penduliflorus?

Pendulous Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus penduliflorus?

Astragalus penduliflorus is found in grasslands, meadows, 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