Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
emoryanus
ID:
170561

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rydb.) Cory

Source:
ildis

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Rhodora38: 406 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169890



Common Names

  • Emory's Milkvetch
  • Emory's Locoweed
  • Emory's Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Hamosa emoryana Rydb. [valid]

Description

Astragalus emoryanus (also called Emory's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia, North America, and Europe. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus emoryanus is used as an ornamental plant, for fuelwood, and for timber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astragalus emoryanus var. terlinguensis (Cory) Barneby
Astragalus emoryanus var. emoryanus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus emoryanus is a small, yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus emoryanus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Astragalus emoryanus

Astragalus emoryanus is native to the western United States, from California to Colorado and Utah.

Astragalus emoryanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus emoryanus?

Astragalus emoryanus

What is the common name of Astragalus emoryanus?

Emory's milkvetch

Where is Astragalus emoryanus found?

It is found in the western United States

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

Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
Victor Louis Cory (1880-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cory' in the authors string.