Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sanctus
ID:
555097

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 47 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554429

Common Names

  • Holy Milkvetch
  • Sanctus Milkvetch
  • Sanctus Locoweed

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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha sancta (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus sanctus albohirtus Eig [valid]
  • Astragalus sanctus macrocarpus Eig [valid]
  • Astragalus sanctus microcarpus Eig [valid]
  • Astragalus sanctus nigrohirtus Eig [valid]

Description

Astragalus sanctus (also called Holy Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Iran. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in open areas and hillsides. It has a woody stem and its leaves are pinnately divided. It produces yellow flowers and has a fruit type of legume.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus sanctus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Astragalus sanctus are white, and have a bell-shaped corolla. The seed pods are long and narrow, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus sanctus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in a sunny spot with good drainage.

Where to Find Astragalus sanctus

Astragalus sanctus can be found in the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Astragalus sanctus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus sanctus?

Astragalus sanctus

What is the common name of Astragalus sanctus?

No common name

Where is Astragalus sanctus native to?

Turkey

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