Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
succumbens
ID:
179817

Status:
valid

Authors:
Douglas ex Hook.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer.1: 151 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179146



Common Names

  • Succumbent Milkvetch
  • Succumbent Astragalus
  • Astragalus Succumbens


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Synonyms

  • Hamosa succumbens (Douglas) Rydb. [valid]
  • Phaca succumbens (Douglas) Piper [valid]
  • Astragalus dorycnioides Douglas ex G.Don [unknown]
  • Tragacantha succumbens (Douglas) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Astragalus succumbens (also called Succumbent Astragalus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Africa. It grows up to 6 meters tall and has compound leaves with 3-5 leaflets. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus succumbens is used for its medicinal properties, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus succumbens has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus succumbens is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Astragalus succumbens

Astragalus succumbens can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Astragalus succumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus succumbens?

Astragalus succumbens

What type of plant is Astragalus succumbens?

A shrub

Where is Astragalus succumbens native to?

Mexico

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

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
David Douglas (1799-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Douglas' in the authors string.