Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
russelii
ID:
555076

Status:
valid

Authors:
Banks & Sol.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
A.Russell, Nat. Hist. Aleppo, ed. 2, 2: 260 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554408

Common Names

  • Russel's Milkvetch
  • Russel's Milk-vetch
  • Russelii Milkvetch

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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha rauwolfii Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus balkisensis Širj. & Rech.f. [valid]
  • Astragalus behen Bertol. [valid]
  • Astragalus rauwolfii Pall. [illegitimate]

Description

Astragalus russelii (also called Russell'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 russelii is used in traditional Chinese medicine as an anti-inflammatory and diuretic. It is also used to treat colds, flu, and other respiratory ailments. It is believed to have antioxidant and immune-boosting effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus russelii 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 russelii is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is tolerant of alkaline soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astragalus russelii

Astragalus russelii can be found in the mountains of Iran.

Astragalus russelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus russelii?

Astragalus russelii

What is the common name of Astragalus russelii?

Russel's Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus russelii?

Dry prairies and open woodlands

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

Daniel Solander (1733-1782): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sol.' in the authors string.
Joseph Banks (1743-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Banks' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:479610-1: Based on the initial data import