Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
eremiticus
ID:
170565

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Sheld.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Minnesota Bot. Stud.1: 161 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169894

Common Names

  • Eremiticus Milkvetch
  • Desert Milkvetch
  • Lonely Milkvetch

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus boiseanus A.Nelson [valid]
  • Astragalus malheurensis A.Heller [valid]
  • Astragalus cusickii Rydb. [illegitimate]
  • Astragalus arrectus eremiticus (E.Sheld.) M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Cystium boiseanum (A.Nelson) Rydb. [valid]
  • Tium eremiticum (E.Sheld.) Rydb. [valid]
  • Tium malheurense (A.Heller) Rydb. [valid]
  • Astragalus eremiticus typicus Barneby [invalid]
  • Astragalus eremiticus malheurensis (A.Heller) Barneby [valid]
  • Astragalus eremiticus spencianus M.E.Jones [invalid]
  • Astragalus spencianus M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Astragalus eremiticus eremiticus [unknown]

Description

Astragalus eremiticus (also called Hermit's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia, North America, and Europe. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus eremiticus is used as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus eremiticus has yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus eremiticus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Astragalus eremiticus

Astragalus eremiticus can be found in the Mojave Desert in California and Nevada.

Astragalus eremiticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus eremiticus?

Astragalus eremiticus

What is the common name of Astragalus eremiticus?

Hermit's milkvetch

Where is Astragalus eremiticus found?

It is found in the western United States

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