Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sanczirii
ID:
208890

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Ulziykh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Byull. Moskovsk. Obshch. Isp. Prir., Otd. Biol., n.s., 95(1): 114 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208219

Common Names

  • Sanczirii Milk Vetch
  • Sanczirii Vetch
  • Sanczirii Astragalus

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Description

Astragalus sanczirii (also called Sanczir's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a height of up to 30 cm. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus sanczirii is used as an herbal remedy to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a tonic to improve overall health and vitality.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus sanczirii has yellow, pea-shaped flowers with a white banner and a yellow keel. The flowers are borne in dense, spike-like racemes. The seeds are small, dark brown, and slightly curved. The seedlings are slender, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus sanczirii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-7.

Where to Find Astragalus sanczirii

Astragalus sanczirii can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado and eastward to the Dakotas.

Astragalus sanczirii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus sanczirii?

Astragalus sanczirii

What is the common name of Astragalus sanczirii?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus sanczirii?

It is found in alpine meadows in the Himalayas

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