Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
zacatecanus
ID:
170861

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rydb.) Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.13(1): 167 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170190



Common Names

  • Zacatecan Milkvetch
  • Zacatecas Milkvetch
  • Zacatecas Astragalus


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Description

Astragalus zacatecanus (also called Zacatecan 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 zacatecanus 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 zacatecanus 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 zacatecanus 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 zacatecanus

Astragalus zacatecanus is native to the Mexican states of Durango, Zacatecas, and San Luis Potosi. It can be found growing in dry, rocky soils.

Astragalus zacatecanus FAQ

What type of soil does Astragalus zacatecanus prefer?

Astragalus zacatecanus prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.

What is the growth rate of Astragalus zacatecanus?

Astragalus zacatecanus has a slow to moderate growth rate.

How much sunlight does Astragalus zacatecanus need?

Astragalus zacatecanus needs full sun to partial shade.

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

Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.