Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
spaldingii
ID:
170800

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts6: 524 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170129



Common Names

  • Spalding's Milkvetch
  • Spaldingii Milkvetch
  • Spalding's Astragalus


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha spaldingii (A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus chaetodon Torr. ex A.Gray [illegitimate]
  • Phaca spaldingii (A.Gray) Piper [valid]
  • Astragalus spaldingii spaldingii [unknown]

Description

Astragalus spaldingii (also called Spalding's 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 spaldingii is used as a fodder crop for livestock and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus spaldingii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers and can be pruned to maintain a compact size.

Where to Find Astragalus spaldingii

Astragalus spaldingii can be found in the western United States, from California to Utah.

Astragalus spaldingii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus spaldingii?

Astragalus spaldingii

What is the common name of Astragalus spaldingii?

Spalding's Milkvetch

What is the family of Astragalus spaldingii?

Fabaceae

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