Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cymboides
ID:
170540

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.E.Jones

Source:
ildis

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci., ser. 2, 5: 650 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169869



Common Names

  • Crested Milkvetch
  • Hairy Milkvetch
  • Woolly Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Xylophacos cymboides (M.E.Jones) Rydb. [valid]

Description

Astragalus cymboides (also called 'Boat-shaped Milkvetch', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has pinnate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in open areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus cymboides is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used to make tea and herbal medicines. It is also used as a source of food and fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus cymboides has yellow, fluffy flowers that are about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, circular seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus cymboides is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.

Where to Find Astragalus cymboides

Astragalus cymboides is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.

Astragalus cymboides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus cymboides?

Astragalus cymboides

What are the common names of Astragalus cymboides?

Boat-shaped milkvetch, Boat-shaped locoweed

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus cymboides?

Astragalus cymboides is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky areas

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