Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sanguineus
ID:
170778

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.24: 443 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170107



Common Names

  • Blood Milkvetch
  • Blood-Flowered Milkvetch
  • Red Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus sanguineus (also called Blood-red Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States and Canada. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is typically found in open, sunny areas. It has small, white flowers and narrow leaves that are covered in short hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus sanguineus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as fatigue, fever, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus sanguineus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil in full sun and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and planted in a well-drained soil in full sun. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Astragalus sanguineus

Astragalus sanguineus is found in dry, rocky habitats in the western United States and northern Mexico.

Astragalus sanguineus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus sanguineus?

Astragalus sanguineus

What is the common name of Astragalus sanguineus?

Bloody Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus sanguineus?

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