Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
scorpiurus
ID:
190429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 11(16): 5 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189758

Common Names

  • Scorpiurus Milkvetch
  • Scorpiurus Astragalus
  • Scorpiurus Milkvetch

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus sarobiensis Rech.f. [valid]
  • Astragalus punjabicus Sirj. [unknown]
  • Astragalus humifusa Baker [unknown]
  • Astragalus lasius Blatt. [valid]
  • Astragalus scorpiurus glaber Ali [valid]
  • Astragalus punjabicus Širj. [valid]
  • Astragalus scorpiurus scorpiurus [unknown]

Description

Astragalus scorpiurus (also called Scorpion's Milk Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has yellow flowers and its native regions are Europe and Asia. It is usually found in dry meadows, steppes, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus scorpiurus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, poor circulation, and digestive issues. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus scorpiurus has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus scorpiurus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9 and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Astragalus scorpiurus

Astragalus scorpiurus is native to the western United States, from California to Montana and Wyoming.

Astragalus scorpiurus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus scorpiurus?

Astragalus scorpiurus

What is the common name of Astragalus scorpiurus?

Scorpion Milk-Vetch

Where is Astragalus scorpiurus found?

It is found in the Middle East, from Turkey to Iran

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