Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tener
ID:
170815

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts6: 206 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170144



Common Names

  • Tener Milkvetch
  • Tener Vetch
  • Tener Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Hamosa tenera (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
  • Tragacantha tenera (A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus tener (also called Tener'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 tener is used for its medicinal properties, as a food source, and forage. It can also be used as a soil stabilizer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astragalus tener var. titi (Eastw.) Barneby
Astragalus tener var. tener
Astragalus tener var. ferrisiae Liston

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus tener has small yellow flowers with five petals and a short, curved seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus tener is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is tolerant of drought.

Where to Find Astragalus tener

Astragalus tener is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in Arizona, California, and New Mexico.

Astragalus tener FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus tener?

Astragalus tener

What is the common name of Astragalus tener?

Tener Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus tener?

Astragalus tener is found in dry, open areas, such as prairies and roadsides

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