Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
eremospartoides
ID:
208440

Status:
valid

Authors:
Regel

Source:
ildis

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada3(1): 103 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207769



Common Names

  • Desert Milkvetch
  • Eremospartoides Milkvetch
  • Woolly Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus eremospartoides (also called Eremosparton Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central Asia, and grows in steppes and semi-deserts. It is a low-growing plant with small, white flowers and grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus eremospartoides is used to treat fever, headaches, and sore throats. It is also used to treat digestive issues, such as indigestion and nausea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus eremospartoides has small, yellowish-white flowers with a purple-tipped keel. The seed is a small, round, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus eremospartoides is a hardy perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of established plants.

Where to Find Astragalus eremospartoides

Astragalus eremospartoides can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.

Astragalus eremospartoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus eremospartoides?

Astragalus eremospartoides

What is the common name of Astragalus eremospartoides?

Desert-Spurrey Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus eremospartoides?

Dry, open slopes, sagebrush flats, and juniper woodlands

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