Astragalus sherriffii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sherriffii
ID:
205615
Status:
valid
Authors:
Podlech
Source:
ildis
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Sendtnera7: 190 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204944
Common Names
- Sherriff's Milkvetch
- Astragalus sherriffii
- Sherriff's Astragalus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus sherriffii (also called Sheriff's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the western United States, where it is found in the Great Basin and Mojave Desert regions. It grows in sandy soils, often in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus sherriffii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures that are believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus sherriffii has small, yellowish-white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus sherriffii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. When propagating from cuttings, take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer and root them in a pot of moist soil. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted to the garden.
Where to Find Astragalus sherriffii
Astragalus sherriffii is native to the Mediterranean region.
Astragalus sherriffii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus sherriffii?
Astragalus sherriffii
What is the common name of Astragalus sherriffii?
Sherriff's Milkvetch
What is the habitat of Astragalus sherriffii?
Astragalus sherriffii is found in dry, open woods and rocky hillsides
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.
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus sherriffii Podlech: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.