Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
candidissimus
ID:
173497

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ledeb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Fl. Altaic.3: 309 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172826



Common Names

  • Candidissimus Astragalus
  • White Astragalus
  • White Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Solenotus candidissimus (Ledeb.) Steven [valid]
  • Tragacantha candidissima Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus candidissimus (also called White-Flowered Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, rocky soils in prairies, hillsides, and open woodlands. It has yellowish-green stems and leaves, and its flowers are white or pink. The fruit is a flattened legume with small, dark spots.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus candidissimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus candidissimus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus candidissimus is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. The plants will self-seed freely and can be divided in spring or autumn. They can also be propagated from cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Astragalus candidissimus

Astragalus candidissimus can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Astragalus candidissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus candidissimus?

Astragalus candidissimus

What is the common name of Astragalus candidissimus?

White astragalus

What type of plant is Astragalus candidissimus?

Herbaceous perennial

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