Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
sterilis
ID:
170805

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot.5: 193 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170134



Common Names

  • Sterile Milkvetch
  • Sterile Astragalus
  • Sterile Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Astragalus cusickii sterilis (Barneby) Barneby [unknown]

Description

Astragalus sterilis (also called Sterile 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 sterilis is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory properties. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus sterilis has small, yellow flowers with a white 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 sterilis 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 sterilis

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

Astragalus sterilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus sterilis?

Astragalus sterilis

What is the common name of Astragalus sterilis?

Sterile Milkvetch

What is the family of Astragalus sterilis?

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