Status:
valid
Authors:
Freyn & Sint.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier, sér. 2, 4: 451 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207772
Common Names
- Suluklensis Milkvetch
- Suluklensis Astragalus
- Suluklensis Locoweed
Synonyms
- Astragalus rivashensis Maassoumi [valid]
- Astragalus angustidens longepedunculatus Parsa [valid]
Description
Astragalus suluklensis (also called Suluklensis Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and has yellowish-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus suluklensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fatigue, improve the immune system, and reduce inflammation. It is also used to treat respiratory issues, such as asthma and bronchitis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus suluklensis has small, yellowish-white flowers with a purple-tipped keel. The seed is a small, round, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a small root system.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus suluklensis is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of established plants.
Where to Find Astragalus suluklensis
Astragalus suluklensis can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.
Astragalus suluklensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus suluklensis?
Astragalus suluklensis
What is the common name of Astragalus suluklensis?
Suluk Milkvetch
What is the habitat of Astragalus suluklensis?
It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, sagebrush, and pinyon-juniper 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