Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pendulus
ID:
554891

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Astragalogia: 232 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554223



Common Names

  • Pendulous Milkvetch
  • Pendulous' Milkvetch
  • Swinging Milkvetch


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus campylosema Boiss. [valid]
  • Astragalus campylosema atropurpureus (Boiss.) D.F.Chamb. [unknown]
  • Astragalus campylosema campylosema [unknown]
  • Astragalus pityusarum Bornm. [valid]
  • Astragalus feddei Širj. [valid]
  • Astragalus caelestis Boiss. [valid]
  • Tragacantha coelestis (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha fodinarum (Boiss. & Noë ex Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha atropurpurea (Boiss. & Heldr.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha campylosema (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus hashtrudicus Ranjbar [unknown]
  • Astragalus fodinarum Boiss. & Noë ex Bunge [valid]
  • Astragalus atropurpureus Boiss. & Heldr. [unknown]
  • Astragalus campylosema glabrescens Boiss. & Noë [valid]
  • Astragalus campylosema cappadocicus Boiss. [unknown]
  • Astragalus campylosema nigripilis Hub.-Mor. & D.F.Chamb. [unknown]

Description

Astragalus pendulus (also called Trailing Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to California. It is found in dry, open habitats such as chaparral, grassland, and oak woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus pendulus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Astragalus pendulus is yellow, pea-shaped with a white banner. The seed is small, black and kidney-shaped. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pendulus can be propagated by seed or by division. Division is the easiest method of propagation. The plant can be divided in early spring or late summer. Seeds can be sown in spring or autumn. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and lightly covered. The seedlings should be thinned to the desired spacing when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Astragalus pendulus

Astragalus pendulus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Astragalus pendulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus pendulus?

Astragalus pendulus

What is the common name of Astragalus pendulus?

Pendulous Milkvetch

Where does Astragalus pendulus grow?

Astragalus pendulus grows in dry, open 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