Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
eucosmus
ID:
170570

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robinson

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169899



Common Names

  • Eucosmus Milkvetch
  • Eucosmus Astragalus
  • Eucosmus Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus curtiflorus M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Phaca parviflora Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus eucosmus 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 eucosmus 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 eucosmus

Astragalus eucosmus can be found in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado and Wyoming.

Astragalus eucosmus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus eucosmus?

Astragalus eucosmus

What is the common name of Astragalus eucosmus?

Eucosmus milkvetch

Where is Astragalus eucosmus 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