Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
eurekensis
ID:
170571

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.E.Jones

Source:
ildis

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Contr. W. Bot.8: 12 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169900

Common Names

  • Eurekensis Milkvetch
  • Eurekensis Astragalus
  • Eurekensis Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Xylophacos eurekensis (M.E.Jones) Rydb. [valid]
  • Xylophacos medius Rydb. [valid]

Description

Astragalus eurekensis (also called Eureka 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 eurekensis is used as an ornamental plant and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus eurekensis 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 eurekensis 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 eurekensis

Astragalus eurekensis can be found in the Great Basin Desert of Nevada and Utah.

Astragalus eurekensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus eurekensis?

Astragalus eurekensis

What is the common name of Astragalus eurekensis?

Eureka milkvetch

Where is Astragalus eurekensis 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