Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
efoliolatus
ID:
199244

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198573



Common Names

  • Efoliolatus Milkvetch
  • Efoliolatus Astragalus
  • Efoliolatus Locoweed


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Description

Astragalus efoliolatus (also called Leafy Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. It is native to the western United States and grows in dry, sandy soils. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus efoliolatus is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as a tonic for strengthening the body and improving overall health.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellow, pea-like, borne in dense racemes. Seed: small, black and shiny. Seedlings: have two cotyledons, the first pair of leaves are simple and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus efoliolatus is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed, division or cuttings.

Where to Find Astragalus efoliolatus

Astragalus efoliolatus is native to the western United States. It can be found in dry, open areas such as sagebrush steppe, pinyon-juniper woodlands, and mountain meadows.

Astragalus efoliolatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus efoliolatus?

Astragalus efoliolatus

What is the family of Astragalus efoliolatus?

Fabaceae

What is the native range of Astragalus efoliolatus?

China

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

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-45080: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.