Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
monanthemus
ID:
190289

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 78 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189618



Common Names

  • Monanthemus Astragalus
  • Monanthemus Milkvetch
  • Monanthemus Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus heterochrus Bornm. [unknown]
  • Tragacantha monanthema (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus heterochrous Bornm. [illegitimate]

Description

Astragalus monanthemus (also called Monanthem's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central Asia. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands and meadows at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus monanthemus has been used as a food source and for medicinal purposes. It has also been used as a dye and for making baskets and other crafts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Astragalus monanthemus is small, white or pinkish, with a yellow or yellow-green center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped legume. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus monanthemus is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It prefers dry, rocky soils and is best propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring or fall and lightly covered with soil. Keep the soil moist until germination. Once established, the plants can tolerate drought and will spread by rhizomes.

Where to Find Astragalus monanthemus

Astragalus monanthemus is native to the western United States, from Oregon to California.

Astragalus monanthemus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus monanthemus?

Astragalus monanthemus

What is the common name of Astragalus monanthemus?

Monanthem Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus monanthemus?

It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, shrublands, and disturbed areas.

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