Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
quinqueflorus
ID:
170755

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts21: 450 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170084



Common Names

  • Five-Flowered Milkvetch
  • Five-Flowered Astragalus
  • Five-Flowered Loco


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Synonyms

  • Phaca quinquiflora (S.Watson) Rydb. [valid]

Description

Astragalus quinqueflorus (also called Five-Flowered 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 quinqueflorus is used as a natural dye for fabrics and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus quinqueflorus 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 quinqueflorus

Astragalus quinqueflorus is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as sagebrush and grasslands.

Astragalus quinqueflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus quinqueflorus?

Astragalus quinqueflorus

What is the common name of Astragalus quinqueflorus?

Five-flowered Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus quinqueflorus?

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