Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tennesseensis
ID:
170816

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chapman

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170145



Common Names

  • Tennesseensis Milkvetch
  • Tennesseensis Vetch
  • Tennesseensis Locoweed


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Description

Astragalus tennesseensis (also called Tennessee 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 tennesseensis is used as a food source, forage, and as a soil stabilizer. It can also be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus tennesseensis 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 tennesseensis 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 tennesseensis

Astragalus tennesseensis can be found in the southeastern United States, primarily in Tennessee and Alabama.

Astragalus tennesseensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus tennesseensis?

Astragalus tennesseensis

What is the common name of Astragalus tennesseensis?

Tennessee Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus tennesseensis?

Astragalus tennesseensis 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