Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
confinis
ID:
169615

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor.28: 398 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168944



Common Names

  • Confined Milkvetch
  • Confined Vetch
  • Confined Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus confinis (also called Confined milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, yellow flowers. It is native to California and grows in dry, open areas. It prefers sandy or gravelly soils and is often found in chaparral and coastal sage scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus confinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus confinis has small yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus confinis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in the spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Astragalus confinis

Astragalus confinis is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

Astragalus confinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus confinis?

Astragalus confinis

What is the common name of Astragalus confinis?

Clustered Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus confinis?

Dry open slopes, sagebrush, and juniper woodlands

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