Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pattersonii
ID:
170720

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
T.S.Brandegee, Fl. S. W. Colorado: 285 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170049

Common Names

  • Patterson's Milkvetch
  • Patterson Milkvetch
  • Patterson Astragalus

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Synonyms

  • Rydbergiella pattersonii (A.Gray) Fedde & Syd. [deprecated]
  • Tragacantha pattersonii (A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Phacopsis pattersoni (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
  • Jonesiella pattersonii (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
  • Rydbergiella pattersonii (A.Gray) Fedde & Syd. [unknown]
  • Rydbergiella pattersonii (A.Gray) Fedde & Syd. ex Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Astragalus pattersonii (also called Patterson's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States, found in dry grasslands and open woodlands. It has a woody stem and small, white-pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus pattersonii is used as a food source for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus pattersonii has yellow flowers, small, black, flattened seeds, and small seedlings with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pattersonii 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 pattersonii

Astragalus pattersonii is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Astragalus pattersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus pattersonii?

Astragalus pattersonii

What is the common name of Astragalus pattersonii?

Patterson's Astragalus

Where is Astragalus pattersonii found?

Astragalus pattersonii is found in California.

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