Astragalus punae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punae
ID:
170750
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.M.Johnst.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1947
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor.28: 389 (1947)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170079
Common Names
- Puna Milk Vetch
- Punae Milk Vetch
- Puna's Milk Vetch
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus punae (also called Puna Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America, found in dry grasslands and open woodlands. It has a woody stem and small, white-pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus punae is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fatigue, anemia, and diabetes. It is also used as an adaptogen to help the body cope with stress, and as an immune system booster.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus punae is a small, white, pea-like flower with yellowish-green veins. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a light green color.
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Astragalus punae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Astragalus punae
Astragalus punae is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Nevada, and Utah.
Astragalus punae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus punae?
Astragalus punae
What is the common name of Astragalus punae?
Puna Milkvetch
What is the habitat of Astragalus punae?
It is found in dry, rocky, open areas, usually at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.
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
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus punae I.M.Johnst.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.