Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
surugensis
ID:
555265

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
P.E.Boissier, Fl. Orient.2: 402 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554597



Common Names

  • Surugensis Milkvetch
  • Surugensis Vetch
  • Surugensis Locoweed


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Description

Astragalus surugensis (also called Suruga Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, woodlands, and shrublands. It has a low-growing, spreading habit with small, grey-green leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus surugensis is used as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus surugensis flowers are small and yellowish-white in color. The seeds are small, brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus surugensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 18 inches apart.

Where to Find Astragalus surugensis

Astragalus surugensis can be found in the mountains of western Japan.

Astragalus surugensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus surugensis?

Astragalus surugensis

What is the common name of Astragalus surugensis?

Surug Milkvetch

Where is Astragalus surugensis found?

Astragalus surugensis is found in Turkey and Syria.

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:480081-1: Based on the initial data import