Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
humillimus
ID:
170606

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
T.S.Brandegee, Fl. S. W. Colorado: 235 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169935



Common Names

  • Low Milkvetch
  • Humillimus Milkvetch
  • Humillimus Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha humillima (A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Phaca humillima (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]

Description

Astragalus humillimus (also called Humillimus Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, sagebrush and pinyon-juniper woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus humillimus is used as a food source for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus humillimus 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 humillimus is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination, which usually occurs within two weeks.

Where to Find Astragalus humillimus

Astragalus humillimus is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and on hillsides. It is a perennial herb with small, yellow flowers.

Astragalus humillimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus humillimus?

Astragalus humillimus

What is the common name of Astragalus humillimus?

Humillimus milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus humillimus?

It is found in dry, rocky areas 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

References