Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
proximus
ID:
170743

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rydb.) Wooton & Standl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.19: 366 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170072

Common Names

  • Milk Vetch
  • Small Milk Vetch
  • Proximus Milk Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Homalobus proximus Rydb. [valid]
  • Pisophaca proxima (Rydb.) Rydb. [valid]

Description

Astragalus proximus (also called Proximus Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States, found in dry grasslands and open woodlands. It has a woody stem and small, white-pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus proximus is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fatigue and to boost the immune system. It is also used as an adaptogen to help the body cope with stress, and to treat anemia and diabetes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus proximus is a small, white, pea-like flower with yellowish-green veins. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus proximus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Astragalus proximus

Astragalus proximus is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona.

Astragalus proximus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus proximus?

Astragalus proximus

What is the common name of Astragalus proximus?

Proximus Milkvetch

What is the family of Astragalus proximus?

Fabaceae

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

References

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Elmer Ottis Wooton (1865-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wooton' in the authors string.