Astragalus chinensis
Chinese Milkvetch
Also known as: Glycyrrhiza costulata Hand.-Mazz. +1 more
- Glycyrrhiza costulata Hand.-Mazz.
- Tragacantha chinensis (L.f.) Kuntze
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Naturally occurring in Temperate Asia, Astragalus chinensis (commonly known as Chinese milkvetch) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Fabaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE
Regions (WGSRPD)
China, Mongolia, Russian Far East
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Amur, China North-Central, Inner Mongolia, Khabarovsk, Manchuria, Mongolia, Primorye, Qinghai
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Idaho, Oklahoma