Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tephrodes
ID:
170817

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl.5(6): 45 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170146



Common Names

  • Tephrodes Milkvetch
  • Tephrodes Vetch
  • Tephrodes Locoweed


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha tephrodes (A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Xylophacos tephrodes (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
  • Astragalus tephrodes typicus Barneby [invalid]

Description

Astragalus tephrodes (also called Ashy 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 tephrodes 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 tephrodes var. chloridae (M.E.Jones) Barneby
Astragalus tephrodes var. brachylobus (A.Gray) Barneby
Astragalus tephrodes var. tephrodes

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus tephrodes 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 tephrodes 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 tephrodes

Astragalus tephrodes is native to the western United States, primarily in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington.

Astragalus tephrodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus tephrodes?

Astragalus tephrodes

What is the common name of Astragalus tephrodes?

Ashy Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus tephrodes?

Astragalus tephrodes 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