Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pseudoamabilis
ID:
744035

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech & L.R.Xu

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taxon. Rev. Gen. Astragalus L. (Leguminosae) Old World3: 1930 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743368

Common Names

  • Astragalus Pseudoamabilis
  • Pseudoamabilis Astragalus
  • Pseudoamabilis's Astragalus

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Description

Astragalus pseudoamabilis (also called False Love Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a herbaceous, perennial, evergreen plant native to the western United States. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands, swamps, and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus pseudoamabilis is used in traditional Chinese medicine and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus pseudoamabilis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pseudoamabilis 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 pseudoamabilis

Astragalus pseudoamabilis is native to Turkey and can be found in the Amabil Mountains.

Astragalus pseudoamabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus pseudoamabilis?

Astragalus pseudoamabilis

What is the common name of Astragalus pseudoamabilis?

Pseudoamabilis Milkvetch

Where is Astragalus pseudoamabilis found?

It is found in China

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.
Lang Ran Xu (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.Xu' in the authors string.