Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
breviflorus
ID:
191017

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Astragalogia: 194 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190346



Common Names

  • Breviflorus Milkvetch
  • Breviflorus Astragalus
  • Astragalus breviflorus


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Synonyms

  • Astracantha eriocephala (Willd.) Podlech [unknown]
  • Tragacantha breviflora (DC.) Steven [valid]
  • Astracantha breviflora (DC.) Podlech [valid]

Description

Astragalus breviflorus (also called Short-Flowered Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has small, white flowers and small, yellow spines. It typically grows in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus breviflorus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye and for making paper.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astragalus breviflorus sub. elongatus (D.F.Chamb. & V.A.Matthews) Zarre
Astragalus breviflorus sub. breviflorus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus breviflorus has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed pods are small and contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus breviflorus is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in dry, rocky soils in the western United States. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. It can be propagated by division of the root crown in spring or fall.

Where to Find Astragalus breviflorus

Astragalus breviflorus is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas, such as sagebrush flats and rocky slopes.

Astragalus breviflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus breviflorus?

Astragalus breviflorus

What is the common name of Astragalus breviflorus?

Short-flowered Astragalus

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus breviflorus?

It is found in dry, rocky soils, and is native to the Caucasus region

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