Astragalus coluteocarpus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coluteocarpus
ID:
186634
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 65 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185963
Common Names
- Astragalus Coluteocarpus
- Hairy Milkvetch
- Hairy Locoweed
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- Tragacantha coluteocarpa (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Astragalus coluteocarpus (also called White-fruited Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a small shrub with white flowers and is native to the south east of Australia. It is found in open forests, woodlands and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus coluteocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Astragalus coluteocarpus sub. chitralensis Wenn.Astragalus coluteocarpus sub. heratensis Podlech
Astragalus coluteocarpus sub. coluteocarpus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus coluteocarpus has yellow flowers with five petals that are fused together at the base. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Astragalus coluteocarpus is a perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Astragalus coluteocarpus
Astragalus coluteocarpus can be found in the western United States and Canada.
Astragalus coluteocarpus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus coluteocarpus?
Astragalus coluteocarpus
What type of plant is Astragalus coluteocarpus?
A shrub
Where is Astragalus coluteocarpus native to?
Southeast Asia
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
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus coluteocarpus Boiss.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.