Status:
valid
Authors:
Gontsch.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1947
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R.10: 40 (1947)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207810
Common Names
- Georgii Milkvetch
- Georgii Astragalus
- Georgii Locoweed
Description
Astragalus georgii (also called George's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and pastures, and has a characteristic upright habit, with stems growing up to 40 cm tall and bearing small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus georgii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, coughs, and fever. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus georgii is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus georgii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Astragalus georgii
Astragalus georgii can be found in Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan.
Astragalus georgii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus georgii?
Astragalus georgii
What is the common name of Astragalus georgii?
Georg's Milkvetch
What is the habitat of Astragalus georgii?
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