Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
eriopodus
ID:
190533

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 48 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189862



Common Names

  • Eriopod Milkvetch
  • Eriopod Astragalus
  • Eriopod Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus stenostachys Beck [valid]
  • Astragalus mandenovae Achv. & Mirzoeva [unknown]
  • Tragacantha eriopoda (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus eriopodus longepedunculatus Parsa [valid]

Description

Astragalus eriopodus (also called Woolly Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has long, hairy stems and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in grasslands, sagebrush, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus eriopodus is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Astragalus eriopodus are small, yellow-green, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus eriopodus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown from seed or cuttings and prefers well-drained soil in full sun. It can tolerate light shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Astragalus eriopodus

Astragalus eriopodus is native to western North America, from British Columbia south to California and east to Montana. It can be found in dry, open places, such as grasslands, sagebrush flats, and open woodlands.

Astragalus eriopodus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus eriopodus?

Astragalus eriopodus

What is the common name of Astragalus eriopodus?

Woolly-Pod Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus eriopodus?

Astragalus eriopodus is found in dry areas of 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