Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bryogenes
ID:
179218

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Brittonia36: 171 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178547



Common Names

  • Astragalus
  • Bryogeen's Milkvetch
  • Bryogeen's Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus cuatrecasasii J.F.Macbr. [illegitimate]

Description

Astragalus bryogenes (also called Bristly Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus bryogenes can be used as a soil cover crop, for erosion control, and as a forage crop for livestock. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating colds, coughs, and other respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Astragalus bryogenes has yellow flowers with purple centers. Seed: Astragalus bryogenes has small, black seeds. Seedlings: Astragalus bryogenes seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus bryogenes is a warm-season annual that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in early spring. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Astragalus bryogenes

Astragalus bryogenes is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Astragalus bryogenes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus bryogenes?

Astragalus bryogenes

What is the common name of Astragalus bryogenes?

Bryoge's Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus bryogenes?

Dry areas of the southwestern 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