Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
crinitus
ID:
554043

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 55 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553375



Common Names

  • Crinitus Milkvetch
  • Crinitus Locoweed
  • Crinitus Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha crinita (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus crinitus (also called Hairy Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and has small yellow flowers and hairy, oval leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus crinitus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Astragalus crinitus is yellow with a white center, seed is small and black, seedlings are hairy and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus crinitus 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 crinitus

Astragalus crinitus 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 crinitus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus crinitus?

Astragalus crinitus

What is the common name of Astragalus crinitus?

Fringed Milk Vetch

What is the growth habit of Astragalus crinitus?

It is an erect, perennial herb with a woody base

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