Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
iodopetalus
ID:
175469

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rydb.) Greene ex Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Amer. Midl. Naturalist37: 471 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174798



Common Names

  • Iodine Milkvetch
  • Iodine Astragalus
  • Iodopetalus


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Synonyms

  • Xylophacos iodopetalus Rydb. [valid]

Description

Astragalus iodopetalus (also called iodine milkvetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family, Fabaceae. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it is found in desert and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus iodopetalus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus iodopetalus has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus iodopetalus is a perennial plant native to western North America. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in the spring. The seed should be sown in a shallow trench and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10 cm apart. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Astragalus iodopetalus

Astragalus iodopetalus can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Arizona.

Astragalus iodopetalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus iodopetalus?

Astragalus iodopetalus

What is the common name of Astragalus iodopetalus?

Iodine Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus iodopetalus?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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

Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:477977-1: Based on the initial data import