Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
roseus
ID:
199241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ledeb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Fl. Altaic.3: 330 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198570

Common Names

  • Rose Milkvetch
  • Rose Astragalus
  • Rose Locoweed

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus dasycephalus Besser ex Steven [valid]
  • Tragacantha rosea (Ledeb.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Alopecias dasycephalus Steven [valid]
  • Alopecias roseus (Ledeb.) Steven [valid]

Description

Astragalus roseus (also called Rose Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. It is native to the western United States and grows in dry, sandy soils. It has small, pink flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus roseus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of conditions, including fatigue, anemia, and diabetes. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-oxidant properties. Additionally, it is used to boost the immune system and to treat various gastrointestinal disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellow, pea-like, borne in dense racemes. Seed: small, black and shiny. Seedlings: have two cotyledons, the first pair of leaves are simple and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus roseus is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed, division or cuttings.

Where to Find Astragalus roseus

Astragalus roseus is native to the western United States. It can be found in dry, open areas such as sagebrush steppe, pinyon-juniper woodlands, and mountain meadows.

Astragalus roseus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus roseus?

Astragalus roseus

What is the family of Astragalus roseus?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Astragalus roseus?

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