Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
spatulatus
ID:
170802

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Sheld.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Minnesota Bot. Stud.1: 22 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170131



Common Names

  • Spatulate Milkvetch
  • Spatulate Astragalus
  • Spatulate Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha caespitosa (Nutt.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Homalobus brachycarpus Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Homalobus caespitosus Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Homalobus canescens Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Homalobus uniflorus Rydb. [valid]
  • Astragalus caespitosus (Nutt.) A.Gray [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus simplicifolius spatulatus (E.Sheld.) M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Astragalus spatulatus typicus Barneby [invalid]
  • Astragalus spatulatus simplex Tidestr. [valid]
  • Astragalus spatulatus uniflorus (Rydb.) Barneby [valid]
  • Astragalus simplex Tidestr. [valid]
  • Astragalus simplicifolius caespitosus (Nutt.) M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Phaca brachycarpa Britton [illegitimate]
  • Homalobus brachycarpus Nutt. [valid]
  • Homalobus caespitosus Nutt. [valid]
  • Homalobus canescens Nutt. [valid]

Description

Astragalus spatulatus (also called Spatulate Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus spatulatus 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 spatulatus

Astragalus spatulatus can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado.

Astragalus spatulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus spatulatus?

Astragalus spatulatus

What is the common name of Astragalus spatulatus?

Spatulate Milkvetch

What is the family of Astragalus spatulatus?

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