Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pseudotataricus
ID:
215187

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boriss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
V.L.Komarov (ed.), Fl. URSS12: 701 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214516



Common Names

  • Pseudotataricus Milkvetch
  • Pseudotataricus Astragalus
  • Pseudotataricus Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus subuliformis tataricus DC. [unknown]
  • Astragalus abruptus Krytzka [unknown]
  • Astragalus tataricus (DC.) Popov & Klokov [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus subulatus melanolobus Trautv. [valid]
  • Astragalus subulatus macilentus Pall. [unknown]

Description

Astragalus pseudotataricus (also called False Tatar Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, open areas, such as sagebrush steppe, desert shrublands, and pinyon-juniper woodlands. It has a short stem and small, gray-green leaves. The flowers are small and yellow-green in color.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus pseudotataricus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus pseudotataricus has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pseudotataricus is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed in spring or summer, or from cuttings in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Astragalus pseudotataricus

Astragalus pseudotataricus is native to the Mediterranean region.

Astragalus pseudotataricus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus pseudotataricus?

Astragalus pseudotataricus

What is the common name of Astragalus pseudotataricus?

Tatarian Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus pseudotataricus?

Dry, rocky slopes in the western United States

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