Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
esperanzae
ID:
170569

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.E.Jones

Source:
ildis

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Rev. N.-Amer. Astragalus: 277 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169898

Common Names

  • Esperanza Milkvetch
  • Esperanza Astragalus
  • Esperanza Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus chapalanus M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Hamosa asperula Rydb. [valid]
  • Hamosa esperanzae (M.E.Jones) Rydb. [valid]

Description

Astragalus esperanzae (also called Esperanza'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 esperanzae is used as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus esperanzae 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 esperanzae 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 esperanzae

Astragalus esperanzae can be found in the Colorado Plateau of Arizona and Utah.

Astragalus esperanzae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus esperanzae?

Astragalus esperanzae

What is the common name of Astragalus esperanzae?

Esperanza's milkvetch

Where is Astragalus esperanzae 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