Astragalus wrightii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wrightii
ID:
170859
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
ildis
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Boston J. Nat. Hist.6: 176 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170188
Common Names
- Wright's Milkvetch
- Wright Milkvetch
- Wright's Astragalus
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Astragalus wrightii (also called Wright's Milk-Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a hairy stem and leaves, with small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils, and is found in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus wrightii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus wrightii 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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Astragalus wrightii 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 wrightii
Astragalus wrightii can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
Astragalus wrightii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus wrightii?
Astragalus wrightii
What is the common name of Astragalus wrightii?
Wright's Milkvetch
What is the habitat of Astragalus wrightii?
Astragalus wrightii 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
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus wrightii A.Gray: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.