Status:
valid
Authors:
Jurtzev
Source:
ildis
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast.2: 315 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208144
Common Names
- Pseudoadsurgens Milkvetch
- Pseudoadsurgens Astragalus
- Pseudoadsurgens Locoweed
Synonyms
- Astragalus inopinatus pseudoadsurgens (Jurtzev) N.S.Pavlova [valid]
Description
Astragalus pseudoadsurgens (also called Pseudo-ascending Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Russia, Mongolia, and China. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and has grey-green leaves and small, yellow-white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus pseudoadsurgens is a medicinal plant used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and colds. It is also used to reduce inflammation and to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Astragalus pseudoadsurgens has yellow flowers with a white center. Seed: The seeds are small, round, and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus pseudoadsurgens is a perennial plant that is hardy in USDA zones 4-9. It prefers full sun and dry, rocky soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart.
Where to Find Astragalus pseudoadsurgens
Astragalus pseudoadsurgens can be found in the Caucasus region of Russia.
Astragalus pseudoadsurgens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus pseudoadsurgens?
Astragalus pseudoadsurgens
What is the common name of Astragalus pseudoadsurgens?
False-Rising Milkvetch
Where is Astragalus pseudoadsurgens found?
It is found in Russia and Kazakhstan
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