Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sempervirens
ID:
214280

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1783

Citation Micro:
Encycl.1: 320 (1783)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213609



Common Names

  • Evergreen Milkvetch
  • Evergreen Astragalus
  • Sempervirens Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus aristatus L'Hér. [valid]
  • Astragalus cephalonicus C.Presl [valid]
  • Astragalus aristatus canescens Guss. [valid]
  • Astragalus aristatus cephalonicus (Fisch.) Boiss. [valid]
  • Astragalus aristatus densiflorus Guss. [valid]
  • Astragalus nevadensis catalaunicus Braun-Blanq. [valid]
  • Astragalus sempervirens alpinus Pignatti [valid]
  • Astragalus sempervirens catalaunicus (Braun-Blanq.) Laínz [valid]
  • Astragalus sempervirens cephalonicus (C.Presl) Asch. & Graebn. [valid]
  • Astragalus sempervirens gussonei Pignatti [valid]
  • Astragalus sempervirens major Rouy [valid]
  • Astragalus sempervirens catalaunicus (Braun-Blanq.) P.Monts. [valid]
  • Tragacantha cephalonica (C.Presl) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus sempervirens sempervirens [unknown]
  • Tragacantha aristata Steven [invalid]
  • Phaca tragacantha All. [valid]
  • Phaca aristata (L'Hér.) Clairv. [valid]
  • Astragalus sempervirens gussonei (Pignatti) Gargano & Peruzzi [valid]
  • Astragalus nevadensis catalaunicus (Braun-Blanq.) P.Monts. [unknown]
  • Astragalus cephalonicus Fisch. [illegitimate]

Description

Astragalus sempervirens (also called Evergreen Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands. It has small, yellow flowers and grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus sempervirens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus sempervirens is a white to pale pink pea-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus sempervirens is a perennial herb that grows up to 2 feet tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed in spring or by division in spring or fall. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Astragalus sempervirens

Astragalus sempervirens is native to the Mediterranean region.

Astragalus sempervirens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus sempervirens?

Astragalus sempervirens

What is the common name of Astragalus sempervirens?

Evergreen Astragalus

Where is Astragalus sempervirens found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

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