Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
retufoliatus
ID:
555050

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.C.Ho

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 1(3): 114 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554382



Common Names

  • Retufoliatus Milkvetch
  • Retufoliatus Locoweed
  • Retufoliatus Vetch


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Description

Astragalus retufoliatus (also called Toothed Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows in dry, rocky soils in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands. It has small, white to pinkish flowers and narrow, toothed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus retufoliatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus retufoliatus has small yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus retufoliatus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny location. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting of a mature stem and plant it in moist soil. Keep the soil moist until the cutting has rooted. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into its permanent location.

Where to Find Astragalus retufoliatus

Astragalus retufoliatus can be found in the mountains of Iran.

Astragalus retufoliatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus retufoliatus?

Astragalus retufoliatus

What is the common name of Astragalus retufoliatus?

Retufoliate Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus retufoliatus?

Grassy slopes and meadows in the mountains of central and western China

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

References