Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker ex Aitch.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.18: 46 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189707
Common Names
- Kuram Milkvetch
- Kuramensis Milkvetch
- Kuramensis Astragalus
Description
Astragalus kuramensis (also called Kuram Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Ziarat District of Balochistan, Pakistan. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and has yellow-green flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus kuramensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astragalus kuramensis are yellow and pea-like, with a calyx of five sepals and a corolla of five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus kuramensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. It is best propagated in spring or early summer when temperatures are warm. Seeds should be sown in a well-prepared seedbed and lightly covered with soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Astragalus kuramensis
Astragalus kuramensis is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington. It can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and open woodlands.
Astragalus kuramensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus kuramensis?
Astragalus kuramensis
What is the common name of Astragalus kuramensis?
Kurama Milkvetch
What is the natural habitat of Astragalus kuramensis?
Astragalus kuramensis is found in dry, rocky slopes in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
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