Status:
valid
Authors:
Barneby
Source:
ildis
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot.7: 34 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169927
Common Names
- Harbison's Milkvetch
- Harbison's Astragalus
- Harbison Milkvetch
Description
Astragalus harbisonii (also called Harbison's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, sagebrush and pinyon-juniper woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus harbisonii is used as an ornamental plant, for fuelwood, and for timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus harbisonii is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem and leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus harbisonii is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination, which usually occurs within two weeks.
Where to Find Astragalus harbisonii
Astragalus harbisonii is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Utah.
Astragalus harbisonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus harbisonii?
Astragalus harbisonii
What is the common name of Astragalus harbisonii?
Harbison's milkvetch
What is the habitat of Astragalus harbisonii?
It is found in dry, rocky areas 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