Astragalus vaccarum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vaccarum
ID:
170835
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
ildis
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl.5(6): 43 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170164
Common Names
- Vaccarum Milkvetch
- Vaccarum's Milkvetch
- Vaccarum's Bird's-foot Trefoil
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astragalus vaccarum (also called Vaccarum 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 vaccarum is used as a food source and to make tea. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine as a tonic for the spleen and stomach.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus vaccarum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus vaccarum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. It is not particularly picky about soil type, but it does prefer soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Astragalus vaccarum
Astragalus vaccarum is native to the western United States, primarily in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington.
Astragalus vaccarum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus vaccarum?
Astragalus vaccarum
What type of plant is Astragalus vaccarum?
Astragalus vaccarum is a species of flowering plant in the legume family.
Where is Astragalus vaccarum found?
Astragalus vaccarum is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
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
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus vaccarum A.Gray: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.