Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
hostilis
ID:
205551

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient.2: 306 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204880



Common Names

  • Hostile Milkvetch
  • Hostile Astragalus
  • Gray Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha hostilis (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus hostilis (also called Hostile Astragalus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small, oval leaves. The flowers are small and yellow in color. It grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus hostilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus hostilis has small, yellow flowers with a white center and a long, narrow seed pod. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf and a short stem. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus hostilis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in summer or autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. Both methods should be done in a sunny location.

Where to Find Astragalus hostilis

Astragalus hostilis can be found in the western United States, particularly in California, Nevada, and Utah.

Astragalus hostilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus hostilis?

Astragalus hostilis

What is the common name of Astragalus hostilis?

Hostile Astragalus

What is the habitat of Astragalus hostilis?

Astragalus hostilis is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrublands

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