Status:
valid
Authors:
Greene
Source:
ildis
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club9: 121 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168937
Common Names
- Cleveland's Milkvetch
- Cleveland's Vetch
- Cleveland's Astragalus
Synonyms
- Hamosa clevelandii Rydb. [valid]
Description
Astragalus clevelandii (also called Cleveland's milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, yellow flowers. It is native to California and grows in dry, open areas. It prefers sandy or gravelly soils and is often found in chaparral and coastal sage scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus clevelandii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus clevelandii has small yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of three leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus clevelandii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in the spring or autumn. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Astragalus clevelandii
Astragalus clevelandii is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Nevada. It can be found in dry, rocky habitats, such as sagebrush flats, open woodlands, and rocky slopes.
Astragalus clevelandii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus clevelandii?
Astragalus clevelandii
What is the common name of Astragalus clevelandii?
Cleveland's milkvetch
What is the habitat of Astragalus clevelandii?
It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and woodlands.
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