Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
wilhelminae
ID:
555428

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Deml

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München29: 582 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554760

Common Names

  • Astragalus Wilhelminae
  • Wilhelmina's Milkvetch
  • Wilhelmina's Astragalus

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Description

Astragalus wilhelminae (also called Wilhelminae milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and a short stem. It is native to the Caucasus and Turkey and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus wilhelminae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus wilhelminae has yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus wilhelminae 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 wilhelminae

Astragalus wilhelminae is native to Europe and can be found in dry, sunny areas, such as grasslands and open woodlands.

Astragalus wilhelminae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus wilhelminae?

Astragalus wilhelminae

What is the common name of Astragalus wilhelminae?

Wilhelmina's Milkvetch

Where is Astragalus wilhelminae found?

Astragalus wilhelminae is found in the western United States

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