Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
ildis
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts13: 367 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169998
Common Names
- Moki Astragalus
- Moki Milkvetch
- Moki Ground Plum
Synonyms
- Tium mokiacense (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
- Astragalus lentiginosus mokiacensis (A.Gray) M.E.Jones [valid]
Description
Astragalus mokiacensis (also called Moki Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, rocky areas, and has white, hairy, and lobed leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus mokiacensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astragalus mokiacensis is a small, yellow-green pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astragalus mokiacensis can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted.
Where to Find Astragalus mokiacensis
Astragalus mokiacensis is native to the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona.
Astragalus mokiacensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus mokiacensis?
Astragalus mokiacensis
What type of plant is Astragalus mokiacensis?
Astragalus mokiacensis is a flowering plant.
Where is Astragalus mokiacensis found?
Astragalus mokiacensis is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
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