Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
piscator
ID:
179821

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby & S.L.Welsh

Source:
ildis

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Great Basin Naturalist45: 551 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179150



Common Names

  • Piscator's Milkvetch
  • Piscator Astragalus
  • Astragalus Piscator


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Description

Astragalus piscator (also called Fisherman's Astragalus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Africa. It grows up to 6 meters tall and has compound leaves with 3-5 leaflets. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus piscator is used for its medicinal properties, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus piscator has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus piscator is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Astragalus piscator

Astragalus piscator can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Astragalus piscator FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus piscator?

Astragalus piscator

What type of plant is Astragalus piscator?

A shrub

Where is Astragalus piscator native to?

Mexico

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

Stanley Larson Welsh (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Welsh' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.