Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cancellatus
ID:
190594

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 15(1): 178 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189923



Common Names

  • Canceled Milkvetch
  • Canceled Astragalus
  • Canceled Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus pseudocancellatus Grossh. [valid]
  • Astragalus perembelicus Grossh. [valid]
  • Astragalus darryensis Grossh. [valid]
  • Astragalus perrarus Boriss. [valid]
  • Tragacantha cancellata (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus phanothrix Bornm. [valid]
  • Astragalus fumosus subelatior Ponert [unknown]

Description

Astragalus cancellatus (also called 'Netted Milkvetch', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and Central Asia. It has a woody rootstock and pinnately divided leaves. It grows in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus cancellatus is used as a medicinal herb, as a food source, and for its nitrogen-fixing properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus cancellatus has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus cancellatus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astragalus cancellatus

Astragalus cancellatus is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Utah. It can be found in dry, rocky, open areas, often in sagebrush or juniper communities.

Astragalus cancellatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus cancellatus?

Astragalus cancellatus

What is the common name of Astragalus cancellatus?

Cancelled Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus cancellatus?

Dry, rocky slopes

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