Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
xiphoides
ID:
170860

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barneby) Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Amer. Midl. Naturalist55: 477 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170189



Common Names

  • Xiphoides Milkvetch
  • Xiphoides Astragalus
  • Sword-leaf Milkvetch


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Description

Astragalus xiphoides (also called Xiphoid 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 xiphoides 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 xiphoides 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 xiphoides 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 xiphoides

Astragalus xiphoides can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Astragalus xiphoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus xiphoides?

Astragalus xiphoides

What is the common name of Astragalus xiphoides?

Sword-Leaf Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus xiphoides?

Astragalus xiphoides 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