Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pissisi
ID:
170732

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) I.M.Johnst.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor.28: 347 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170061



Common Names

  • Pissisi's Milkvetch
  • Pissisi Milkvetch
  • Pissisi's Milk Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Phaca pissisi Phil. [valid]
  • Astragalus canescens pissisi (Phil.) Reiche [valid]
  • Tragacantha pissisi Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus pissisi (also called Pissis Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America, found in dry grasslands and open woodlands. It has a woody stem and small, white-pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus pissisi is used as a food source for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus pissisi has yellow flowers, small, black, flattened seeds, and small seedlings with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pissisi 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 pissisi

Astragalus pissisi can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Utah.

Astragalus pissisi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus pissisi?

Astragalus pissisi

What is the common name of Astragalus pissisi?

Pissis' Milkvetch

What is the family of Astragalus pissisi?

Fabaceae

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

Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.