Status:
valid
Authors:
Gontsch.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R.9(3): 92 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208225
Common Names
- Saralensis Milk Vetch
- Saralensis Vetch
- Saralensis Astragalus
Description
Astragalus saralensis (also called Saral Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a height of up to 40 cm. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus saralensis 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 saralensis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus saralensis is a hardy perennial plant that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or division of the root clump. Seeds should be planted in spring or early summer in a sunny location with well-drained soil.
Where to Find Astragalus saralensis
Astragalus saralensis can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado and eastward to the Dakotas.
Astragalus saralensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus saralensis?
Astragalus saralensis
What is the common name of Astragalus saralensis?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus saralensis?
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