Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sprucei
ID:
170804

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor.19: 88 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170133



Common Names

  • Spruce's Milkvetch
  • Spruce's Astragalus
  • Spruce's Locoweed


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Description

Astragalus sprucei (also called Spruce's 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 sprucei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures that are believed to have medicinal properties. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flowers of Astragalus sprucei are white or pinkish, with a yellowish center. The seed pods are long and narrow, containing several small, dark brown seeds. Seedlings have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus sprucei 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 sprucei

Astragalus sprucei can be found in the western United States, from California to Arizona.

Astragalus sprucei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus sprucei?

Astragalus sprucei

What is the common name of Astragalus sprucei?

Spruce's Milkvetch

What is the family of Astragalus sprucei?

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