Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
anthylloides
ID:
1514995

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


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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.

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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

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