Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
ochroleucus
ID:
1053940

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reiche

Source:
tro

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 97: 554. 1897 Reiche, Flora de Chile, 2: 97. 1898

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001053278

Common Names

  • Ochroleucus Milkvetch
  • Ochroleucus Astragalus
  • Common Milkvetch

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Description

Astragalus ochroleucus (also called Ochre Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a slender, erect stem, and its leaves are divided into several leaflets. It is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus ochroleucus has been used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Astragalus ochroleucus has small, yellowish-white flowers that are clustered in a raceme. Seed: The seed of Astragalus ochroleucus is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Astragalus ochroleucus are slender and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus ochroleucus is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or fall and the roots should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Astragalus ochroleucus

Astragalus ochroleucus is native to Europe and can be found in France, Germany, and Austria.

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

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