Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
idrietorum
ID:
170611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
F.Shreve & I.L.Wiggins, Veg. Fl. Sonoran Des.1: 703 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169940



Common Names

  • Idrieto Milkvetch
  • Idrietorum Milkvetch
  • Idrietorum Vetch


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Description

Astragalus idrietorum (also called Idrietorum 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 idrietorum is used as a food source for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus idrietorum 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 idrietorum 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 idrietorum

Astragalus idrietorum is native to the western 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 idrietorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus idrietorum?

Astragalus idrietorum

What is the common name of Astragalus idrietorum?

Idrietorum milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus idrietorum?

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

Ira Loren Wiggins (1899-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiggins' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Forrest Shreve (1878-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shreve' in the authors string.