Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pardalinus
ID:
170714

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rydb.) Barneby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.13(2): 884 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170043

Common Names

  • Pardalinus Milkvetch
  • Pardalinus Milk-Vetch
  • Pardalinus Milk Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Phaca pardalina Rydb. [valid]

Description

Astragalus pardalinus (also called Pardalinus Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and grasslands. It has small, yellowish-green flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus pardalinus is used as an ornamental plant, for fuelwood, and for timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astragalus pardalinus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pardalinus is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It is a hardy 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, sunny location. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into sections with a sharp knife and replanted in a well-drained, sunny location.

Where to Find Astragalus pardalinus

Astragalus pardalinus is native to western North America, from British Columbia south to California and east to Montana. It is found in dry, open, grassy areas and in open woodlands.

Astragalus pardalinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus pardalinus?

Astragalus pardalinus

What is the common name of Astragalus pardalinus?

Leopard Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus pardalinus?

Dry, rocky slopes and flats in the Great Basin Desert

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

References

Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.