Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
reshadianus
ID:
555049

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München12: 159 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554381

Common Names

  • Reshadianus Milkvetch
  • Reshadianus Locoweed
  • Reshadianus Vetch

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Description

Astragalus reshadianus (also called Reshad's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows in dry, rocky soils in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands. It has small, white to pinkish flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus reshadianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus reshadianus has small yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus reshadianus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny location. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting of a mature stem and plant it in moist soil. Keep the soil moist until the cutting has rooted. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into its permanent location.

Where to Find Astragalus reshadianus

Astragalus reshadianus can be found in the mountains of Iran.

Astragalus reshadianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus reshadianus?

Astragalus reshadianus

What is the common name of Astragalus reshadianus?

Reshad's Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus reshadianus?

Grassy slopes and meadows in the mountains of central and western 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