Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
oncotrichus
ID:
190626

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 15(1): 11 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189955

Common Names

  • Oncotrichous Milkvetch
  • Oncotrichous Vetch
  • Oncotrichus Milkvetch

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus jijaensis Širj. & Rech.f. [valid]
  • Tragacantha oncotricha (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Astragalus oncotrichus (also called Oncotricha Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Fabaceae family. It has a short, woody stem and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the Middle East and Central Asia, and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus oncotrichus is used as a medicinal herb, as a food source, and for its nitrogen-fixing properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Astragalus oncotrichus is yellowish-white, pea-like, and about 1 cm long. The seed is a small, oval-shaped, black-colored legume. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus oncotrichus is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Astragalus oncotrichus

Astragalus oncotrichus is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Utah. It can be found in dry, rocky, open areas, often in sagebrush or juniper communities.

Astragalus oncotrichus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus oncotrichus?

Astragalus oncotrichus

What is the common name of Astragalus oncotrichus?

Oncotrichous Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus oncotrichus?

Dry hillsides and rocky slopes

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