Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
roessleri
ID:
555061

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B105: 587 (2003 publ. 2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554393



Common Names

  • Roessleri Milkvetch
  • Astragalus roessleri
  • Roessleri's Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus roessleri (also called Roessler's 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, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus roessleri 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 roessleri 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 roessleri is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is tolerant of alkaline soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Astragalus roessleri

Astragalus roessleri can be found in the mountains of Iran.

Astragalus roessleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus roessleri?

Astragalus roessleri

What is the common name of Astragalus roessleri?

Roessler's Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus roessleri?

Dry prairies and open woodlands

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