Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
floccosus
ID:
191023

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 61 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190352

Common Names

  • Astragalus floccosus
  • Woolly Astragalus
  • Woolly Milk-Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Astracantha floccosa (Boiss.) Podlech [deprecated]
  • Astracantha radschirdensis (Sirj. & Bornm.) Podlech [unknown]
  • Astragalus myrianthus Beck [deprecated]
  • Astragalus haematoemius Sirj. & Bornm. [unknown]
  • Tragacantha floccosa (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astracantha floccosa (Boiss.) Podlech [valid]

Description

Astragalus floccosus (also called Floccus Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that is native to Central Asia and the Middle East. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats and is characterized by its small, yellow-green flowers and its long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus floccosus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye and for making paper.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astragalus floccosus sub. rahensis (Širj. & Rech.f.) Zarre, Maassoumi & Podlech
Astragalus floccosus sub. pichleri (Beck) Zarre, Maassoumi & Podlech
Astragalus floccosus sub. floccosus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus floccosus has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seed pods are small and contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus floccosus is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in dry, rocky soils in the western United States. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. It can be propagated by division of the root crown in spring or fall.

Where to Find Astragalus floccosus

Astragalus floccosus can be found in the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Astragalus floccosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus floccosus?

Astragalus floccosus

What is the common name of Astragalus floccosus?

Woolly Astragalus

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus floccosus?

It is found in dry, rocky soils, and is native to the Caucasus region

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