Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
parryi
ID:
170717

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Sci. Arts, ser. 2, 33: 410 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170046



Common Names

  • Parry's Milkvetch
  • Parry Milkvetch
  • Parry's Milk-Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha parryi (A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Batidophaca parryi (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
  • Xylophacos parryi (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
  • Astragalus succumbens Torr. & A.Gray [illegitimate]

Description

Astragalus parryi (also called Parry's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and grasslands. It has small, yellowish-green flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus parryi is used as an ornamental plant, for fuelwood, and for timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus parryi is a small, yellow-green pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus parryi is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It is a hardy plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained, sunny location. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into sections with a sharp knife and replanted in a well-drained, sunny location.

Where to Find Astragalus parryi

Astragalus parryi is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Astragalus parryi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus parryi?

Astragalus parryi

What is the common name of Astragalus parryi?

Parry's Astragalus

Where is Astragalus parryi found?

Astragalus parryi is found in California.

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