Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
argyrothamnus
ID:
1054858

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
tro

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 89 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001054196



Common Names

  • Silver Milkvetch
  • Silver Astragalus
  • Silver Locoweed


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Description

Astragalus argyrothamnus (also called Silver-barked Milk-vetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus argyrothamnus is used for its timber, which is used for furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its beautiful flowers and foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus argyrothamnus has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seed is a small, round shape. The seedlings have short, thick stems with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus argyrothamnus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Astragalus argyrothamnus

Astragalus argyrothamnus is native to the western United States, from California to Montana and east to Wyoming and Colorado.

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