Status:
valid
Authors:
Gómez-Sosa
Source:
tro
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Brittonia49: 537 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243096
Common Names
- Astragalus neocarpus
- Newfruit Milkvetch
- New-fruit Milkvetch
Description
Astragalus neocarpus (also called Neocarpus Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America, found in moist meadows, streambanks, and other wet habitats. It has small, white flowers and a basal rosette of leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus neocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for making rope.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus neocarpus has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval cotyledons and hairy, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus neocarpus is a perennial plant native to western North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or in a greenhouse. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a moist soil in a shady area.
Where to Find Astragalus neocarpus
Astragalus neocarpus can be found in western North America, from British Columbia to California, and east to Idaho and Montana.
Astragalus neocarpus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus neocarpus?
Astragalus neocarpus
What is the common name of Astragalus neocarpus?
New-fruited Milkvetch
What is the habitat of Astragalus neocarpus?
It is found in dry, open, rocky places
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