Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sinuatus
ID:
170796

Status:
valid

Authors:
Piper

Source:
ildis

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club28: 40 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170125



Common Names

  • Sinuate Milkvetch
  • Sinuatus Milkvetch
  • Sinuate Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus whitedii Piper [valid]
  • Homalobus sinuatus (Piper) Rydb. [valid]
  • Homalobus whitedii (Piper) Rydb. [valid]
  • Phaca sinuata (Piper) Piper [valid]
  • Astragalus whitedii speirocarpoides Barneby [unknown]

Description

Astragalus sinuatus (also called Sinuate 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 sinuatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus sinuatus 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 sinuatus

Astragalus sinuatus is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in Arizona, California, and New Mexico.

Astragalus sinuatus FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Astragalus sinuatus?

Astragalus sinuatus prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F.

How often should I water Astragalus sinuatus?

Astragalus sinuatus should be watered deeply once a week during the growing season and every other week during the winter.

How can I propagate Astragalus sinuatus?

Astragalus sinuatus can be propagated from seed or by division of the root clumps.

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