Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lentiginosus
ID:
170632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Douglas ex Hook.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer.1: 151 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169961



Common Names

  • Lentiginosus Milkvetch
  • Lentiginosus Locoweed
  • Lentiginosus Loco


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus lentiginosus typicus Barneby [invalid]
  • Tragacantha lentiginosa (Douglas ex Hook.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Phaca lentiginosa (Douglas ex Hook.) Piper [valid]
  • Cystium lentiginosum (Douglas ex Hook.) Rydb. [valid]

Description

Astragalus lentiginosus (also called Lentiginosus 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 lentiginosus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-tumor properties. It is also used to treat digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory illnesses.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astragalus lentiginosus var. sesquimetralis (Rydb.) Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. scorpionis (Rydb.) M.E.Jones
Astragalus lentiginosus var. salinus (Howell) Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. floribundus A.Gray
Astragalus lentiginosus var. ineptus (A.Gray) M.E.Jones
Astragalus lentiginosus var. sierrae M.E.Jones
Astragalus lentiginosus var. albifolius M.E.Jones
Astragalus lentiginosus var. kernensis (Jeps.) Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. latus (M.E.Jones) M.E.Jones
Astragalus lentiginosus var. idriensis M.E.Jones
Astragalus lentiginosus var. diphysus (A.Gray) M.E.Jones
Astragalus lentiginosus var. yuccanus M.E.Jones
Astragalus lentiginosus var. stramineus (Rydb.) Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. fremontii (A.Gray ex Torr.) S.Watson
Astragalus lentiginosus var. kennedyi (Rydb.) Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. variabilis Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. nigricalycis M.E.Jones
Astragalus lentiginosus var. borreganus M.E.Jones
Astragalus lentiginosus var. palans (M.E.Jones) M.E.Jones
Astragalus lentiginosus var. wilsonii (Greene) Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. trumbullensis S.L.Welsh & N.D.Atwood
Astragalus lentiginosus var. ambiguus Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. antonius Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. australis Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. chartaceus M.E.Jones
Astragalus lentiginosus var. coachellae Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. maricopae Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. micans Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. oropedii Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. semotus Jeps.
Astragalus lentiginosus var. vitreus Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. multiracemosus S.L.Welsh & N.D.Atwood
Astragalus lentiginosus var. negundo S.L.Welsh & N.D.Atwood
Astragalus lentiginosus var. bryantii (Barneby) J.A.Alexander
Astragalus lentiginosus var. iodanthus (S.Watson) J.A.Alexander
Astragalus lentiginosus var. pseudiodanthus (Barneby) J.A.Alexander
Astragalus lentiginosus var. lentiginosus
Astragalus lentiginosus var. higginsii S.L.Welsh & K.H.Thorne
Astragalus lentiginosus var. piscinensis Barneby
Astragalus lentiginosus var. pohlii S.L.Welsh & Barneby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus lentiginosus 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 lentiginosus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Astragalus lentiginosus

Astragalus lentiginosus can be found in the western and central United States.

Astragalus lentiginosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus lentiginosus?

Astragalus lentiginosus

What is the common name of Astragalus lentiginosus?

Lentiginous Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus lentiginosus?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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