Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rubicundus
ID:
555065

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech & Sytin

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Sendtnera8: 165 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554397



Common Names

  • Rubicund Milkvetch
  • Astragalus rubicundus
  • Rubicund Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus rubicundus (also called Red 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 rubicundus 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 rubicundus 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 rubicundus 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 rubicundus

Astragalus rubicundus can be found in the mountains of Iran.

Astragalus rubicundus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus rubicundus?

Astragalus rubicundus

What is the common name of Astragalus rubicundus?

Red Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus rubicundus?

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

References

Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
Andrei Sytin (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sytin' in the authors string.