Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
boelckei
ID:
194524

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gómez-Sosa

Source:
ildis

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Parodiana7: 35 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193853



Common Names

  • Boelcke's Astragalus
  • Astragalus Boelckei
  • Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus boelckei (also called Astragalus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small white flowers and grows in sandy soils in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus boelckei is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil cover crop, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus boelckei is yellow in color and has a typical pea-like shape. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened legume. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus boelckei is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Astragalus boelckei

Astragalus boelckei is native to Brazil.

Astragalus boelckei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus boelckei?

Astragalus boelckei

What is the common name of Astragalus boelckei?

Boelcke's astragalus

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus boelckei?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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