Astragalus sinicus
Chinese Milk Vetch, Chinese Milkvetch
Also known as: Astragalus lotoides Lam. +6 more
- Astragalus lotoides Lam.
- Astragalus sinicus f. albiflorus Makino
- Astragalus sinicus f. rosaceus Makino
- Astragalus sinicus subsp. macrocalyx Ulbr.
- Astragalus sinicus Thunb.
- Astragalus sinicus var. macrocalyx Ulbr.
- Tragacantha sinica (L.) Kuntze
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a scrambling annual or perennial.
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Astragalus sinicus (commonly known as Chinese milk-vetch) is a scrambling annual or perennial plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. Originating in Temperate Asia and Tropical Asia, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is part of the broad Astragalus genus, encompassing over 3050 species globally.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE, ASIA-TROPICAL
Regions (WGSRPD)
China, Eastern Asia, Indo-China
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
China North-Central, China South-Central, China Southeast, Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam
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)
Japan