Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
praeteritus
ID:
1279745

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech & L.R.Xu

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert.117: 228 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279083



Common Names

  • Astragalus praeteritus
  • Praeteritus Astragalus
  • Praeteritus Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus praeteritus (also called Extinct Astragalus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the Chihuahuan Desert of northern Mexico and the southwestern United States. It is found in dry, rocky soils of grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus praeteritus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures that are believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus praeteritus has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and slender with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus praeteritus is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in the spring. Seeds can be sown directly in the garden or started indoors in the late winter.

Where to Find Astragalus praeteritus

Astragalus praeteritus is native to the western United States and northern Mexico.

Astragalus praeteritus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus praeteritus?

Astragalus praeteritus

What is the common name of Astragalus praeteritus?

Praeteritus Astragalus

What is the family of Astragalus praeteritus?

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

Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
Lang Ran Xu (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.Xu' in the authors string.