Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pringlei
ID:
170741

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts21: 449 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170070



Common Names

  • Pringlei Milkvetch
  • Pringlei Astragalus
  • Pringlei Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Hamosa pringlei (S.Watson) Rydb. [valid]
  • Astragalus mexiae M.E.Jones [valid]

Description

Astragalus pringlei (also called Pringle's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States, found in dry grasslands and open woodlands. It has a woody stem and small, white-pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus pringlei is used as a natural dye for fabrics and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pringlei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Astragalus pringlei

Astragalus pringlei is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona.

Astragalus pringlei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus pringlei?

Astragalus pringlei

What is the common name of Astragalus pringlei?

Pringle's Milkvetch

What is the family of Astragalus pringlei?

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