Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1783
Citation Micro:
Encycl.1: 320 (1783)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200001706
Common Names
- Astragalus anthylloides
- Anthylloides Astragalus
- Anthylloides
Description
Astragalus anthylloides (also called Anthylloid Astragalus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 2 meters tall and has an erect habit. The leaves are alternate, oblong to lanceolate, and up to 8 cm long. The flowers are yellow and the fruit is a capsule. It is found in heath and dry sclerophyll forests.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus anthylloides is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astragalus anthylloides are yellow in color and have a pea-like shape. The seed is a small, dark-brown legume. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a taproot.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus anthylloides is a perennial plant native to Europe and North Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Astragalus anthylloides
Astragalus anthylloides is native to North America and can be found in dry, open areas.
Astragalus anthylloides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus anthylloides?
Astragalus anthylloides
What is the common name of Astragalus anthylloides?
Ant-like milkvetch
What is the family of Astragalus anthylloides?
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