Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cutleri
ID:
1242926

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barneby) S.L.Welsh

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Great Basin Naturalist58: 51 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242264



Common Names

  • Cutleri Astragalus
  • Astragalus Cutleri
  • Cutler's Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus cutleri (also called Cutler's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Mexico, and is typically found in grasslands, shrublands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus cutleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Astragalus cutleri are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus cutleri is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Astragalus cutleri

Astragalus cutleri is native to the United States and can be found in the states of Arizona and New Mexico.

Astragalus cutleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus cutleri?

Astragalus cutleri

What is the common name of Astragalus cutleri?

Cutler's astragalus

What is the habitat of Astragalus cutleri?

Astragalus cutleri is found in open woods, grassy meadows, and roadsides

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.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.