Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
aretioides
ID:
210713

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.E.Jones) Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Amer. Midl. Naturalist55: 505 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210042



Common Names

  • Aretioid Astragalus
  • Aretioides Astragalus
  • Aretioid Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Orophaca aretioides (M.E.Jones) Rydb. [unknown]
  • Astragalus sericoleucus aretioides M.E.Jones [valid]

Description

Astragalus aretioides (also called Aretia Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It has a height of up to 0.6 m and has white-pink flowers. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is commonly found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus aretioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus aretioides has yellow flowers with purple centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have green leaves with yellow veins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus aretioides is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn in well-drained soil. Once established, it can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Astragalus aretioides

Astragalus aretioides can be found in the Central Coast of California, USA.

Astragalus aretioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus aretioides?

Astragalus aretioides

What type of plant is Astragalus aretioides?

Astragalus aretioides is a perennial herb

Where does Astragalus aretioides grow?

Astragalus aretioides grows 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

References

Marcus E. Jones (1852-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Jones' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:24470-2: Based on the initial data import