Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
conaensis
ID:
554026

Status:
valid

Authors:
Podlech & L.R.Xu

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Sendtnera7: 198 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553358

Common Names

  • Conaensis Milkvetch
  • Conaensis Locoweed
  • Conaensis Vetch

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Description

Astragalus conaensis (also called Cona Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Iran. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus conaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Astragalus conaensis is yellow with a white center, seed is small and black, seedlings are hairy and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus conaensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Astragalus conaensis

Astragalus conaensis is native to the western United States and Canada. It is found in dry, open areas such as sagebrush steppe, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It is commonly found in the states of California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico.

Astragalus conaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus conaensis?

Astragalus conaensis

What is the common name of Astragalus conaensis?

Conaensis milkvetch

What type of plant is Astragalus conaensis?

Perennial herb

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

Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
Lang Ran Xu (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.Xu' in the authors string.