Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
salsugineus
ID:
199248

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kar. & Kir.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou15: 341 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198577



Common Names

  • Salsugineus Milkvetch
  • Salsugineus Astragalus
  • Salsugineus Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus salsugineus salsugineus [unknown]
  • Tragacantha salsuginea (Kar. & Kir.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus salsugineus (also called Salt-Loving Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. It is native to the western United States and grows in dry, salty soils. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus salsugineus is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellow, pea-like, borne in dense racemes. Seed: small, black and shiny. Seedlings: have two cotyledons, the first pair of leaves are simple and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus salsugineus is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed, division or cuttings.

Where to Find Astragalus salsugineus

Astragalus salsugineus is native to the western United States. It can be found in dry, open areas such as sagebrush steppe, pinyon-juniper woodlands, and mountain meadows.

Astragalus salsugineus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus salsugineus?

Astragalus salsugineus

What is the common name of Astragalus salsugineus?

Salt-loving Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus salsugineus?

Astragalus salsugineus is native to North America.

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

Grigori Karelin (1801-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kar.' in the authors string.
Ivan Petrovich Kirilov (1821-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kir.' in the authors string.