Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
zerdanus
ID:
190450

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 51 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189779

Common Names

  • Zerdanus Milkvetch
  • Zerdanus Astragalus
  • Zerdanus Locoweed

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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha zerdana (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Phaca zerdana (Boiss.) Boiss. [valid]

Description

Astragalus zerdanus (also called Zerdan 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 zerdanus 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 zerdanus has yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus zerdanus 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 zerdanus

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

Astragalus zerdanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus zerdanus?

Astragalus zerdanus

What is the common name of Astragalus zerdanus?

Zerdan Milk-Vetch

Where is Astragalus zerdanus 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