Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
endopterus
ID:
170562

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barneby) Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.13(2): 879 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169891



Common Names

  • Endopterus Milkvetch
  • Endopterus Locoweed
  • Endopterus Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus wootonii endopterus Barneby [valid]

Description

Astragalus endopterus (also called Endopterygium 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 endopterus is used as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus endopterus has yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus endopterus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and 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 endopterus

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

Astragalus endopterus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus endopterus?

Astragalus endopterus

What is the common name of Astragalus endopterus?

Endopterygium milkvetch

Where is Astragalus endopterus 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