Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
amblytropis
ID:
170298

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Amer. Midl. Naturalist41: 501 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169627



Common Names

  • Amblytropis Milkvetch
  • Amblytropis Astragalus
  • Amblytropis Locoweed


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Description

Astragalus amblytropis (also called Amblytropis Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has blue-green leaves and small yellow flowers. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils in open meadows and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus amblytropis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus amblytropis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have short, thick stems with large, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus amblytropis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but prefers regular watering. Propagation is by division or cuttings, which should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Astragalus amblytropis

Astragalus amblytropis can be found in the western United States, from California to Arizona.

Astragalus amblytropis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus amblytropis?

Astragalus amblytropis

What is the common name of Astragalus amblytropis?

Amblytropis Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus amblytropis?

Astragalus amblytropis is found in dry, rocky areas in the western United States.

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