Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cliffordii
ID:
554015

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.L.Welsh & N.D.Atwood

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Rhodora107: 102 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553347



Common Names

  • Clifford's Milkvetch
  • Clifford's Locoweed
  • Clifford's Vetch


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Description

Astragalus cliffordii (also called Clifford's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Iran. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus cliffordii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Astragalus cliffordii is a small, white to pinkish, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and kidney-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus cliffordii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Astragalus cliffordii

Astragalus cliffordii is native to the western United States and Canada. It is found in dry, open areas such as sagebrush steppe, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It is commonly found in the states of California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico.

Astragalus cliffordii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus cliffordii?

Astragalus cliffordii

What is the common name of Astragalus cliffordii?

Clifford's milkvetch

What type of plant is Astragalus cliffordii?

Perennial herb

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

References

Stanley Larson Welsh (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Welsh' in the authors string.
Nephi Duane Atwood (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.D.Atwood' in the authors string.