Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pusillus
ID:
170753

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vogel

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Nov. Actorum Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. Nat. Cur.19(Suppl. 1): 19 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170082



Common Names

  • Small Milkvetch
  • Small Astragalus
  • Small Loco


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha pusilla Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus pusillus (also called Dwarf 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 pusillus is used as a natural dye for fabrics and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pusillus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers and can be pruned to maintain a compact size.

Where to Find Astragalus pusillus

Astragalus pusillus can be found in dry, open areas in the western United States, from California to Colorado and south to Arizona and New Mexico.

Astragalus pusillus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus pusillus?

Astragalus pusillus

What is the common name of Astragalus pusillus?

Little Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus pusillus?

It is found in dry, rocky, open areas, usually at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.

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