Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pseudochlorostachys
ID:
205608

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ali

Source:
ildis

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not.118: 94 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204937



Common Names

  • Pseudochlorostachys Milkvetch
  • Astragalus pseudochlorostachys
  • Pseudochlorostachys Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus pseudochlorostachys (also called False Green Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the western United States, where it is found in the Great Basin and Mojave Desert regions. It grows in sandy soils, often in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus pseudochlorostachys 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 pseudochlorostachys has small, yellowish-white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pseudochlorostachys can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. When propagating from cuttings, take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer and root them in a pot of moist soil. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted to the garden.

Where to Find Astragalus pseudochlorostachys

Astragalus pseudochlorostachys is native to the Mediterranean region.

Astragalus pseudochlorostachys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus pseudochlorostachys?

Astragalus pseudochlorostachys

What is the common name of Astragalus pseudochlorostachys?

False Green-spike Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus pseudochlorostachys?

Astragalus pseudochlorostachys is found in dry, open woods and rocky hillsides

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