Astragalus striatiflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
striatiflorus
ID:
1053953
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.E.Jones
Source:
tro
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci., ser. 2, 5: 643 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001053291
Common Names
- Striatiflorus Milkvetch
- Striatiflorus Astragalus
- Common Milkvetch
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Astragalus striatiflorus (also called Striate Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a slender, erect stem, and its leaves are divided into several leaflets. It is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus striatiflorus has been used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has been known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Astragalus striatiflorus has small, yellowish-white flowers that are clustered in a raceme. Seed: The seed of Astragalus striatiflorus is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Astragalus striatiflorus are slender and have small, light green leaves.
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Astragalus striatiflorus is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or fall and the roots should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Astragalus striatiflorus
Astragalus striatiflorus is native to the United States and can be found in the Midwest.
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
Marcus E. Jones (1852-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Jones' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:25656-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus striatiflorus M.E.Jones: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.