Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
triradiatus
ID:
190632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 11(16): 10 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189961



Common Names

  • Three-rayed Milkvetch
  • Three-ray Milkvetch
  • Three-rayed Pea


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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha triradiata (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus pseudopentaglottis Boiss. & Noë [valid]

Description

Astragalus triradiatus (also called Three-rayed Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Fabaceae family. It has a short, woody stem and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the Middle East and Central Asia, and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus triradiatus is used as a medicinal herb, as a food source, and for its nitrogen-fixing properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Astragalus triradiatus is yellowish-white, pea-like, and about 1 cm long. The seed is a small, oval-shaped, black-colored legume. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus triradiatus is an annual herb that grows to a height of up to 1 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Astragalus triradiatus

Astragalus triradiatus is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and east to Montana. It is found in dry, rocky soils in open, sunny areas.

Astragalus triradiatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus triradiatus?

Astragalus triradiatus

What is the common name of Astragalus triradiatus?

Three-rayed Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus triradiatus?

Dry hillsides and rocky slopes

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