Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
unifoliatus
ID:
555366

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Arbeiten Naturf. Vereins Riga1: 321 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554698

Common Names

  • Unifoliatus Milkvetch
  • Unifoliatus Locoweed
  • Unifoliatus Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus confirmans Freyn & Bornm. [valid]
  • Astragalus surchanensis Popov [unknown]

Description

Astragalus unifoliatus (also called 'Unifoliate Milkvetch', among many other common names) is an erect, perennial herb with a woody base and small, white flowers. It is native to China and can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus unifoliatus is used as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus unifoliatus is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus unifoliatus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Astragalus unifoliatus

Astragalus unifoliatus can be found in the mountains of South Korea.

Astragalus unifoliatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus unifoliatus?

Astragalus unifoliatus

What is the family of Astragalus unifoliatus?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Astragalus unifoliatus?

Unifoliate Milkvetch

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