Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
platytropis
ID:
170734

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts6: 526 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170063

Common Names

  • Platytropis' Milkvetch
  • Platytropis Milkvetch
  • Platytropis' Milk Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha platytropis (A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Cystium platytropis (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
  • Phaca platytropis (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]

Description

Astragalus platytropis (also called Platy 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 platytropis is used as a food source for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus platytropis 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 platytropis

Astragalus platytropis is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Nevada, and Utah.

Astragalus platytropis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus platytropis?

Astragalus platytropis

What is the common name of Astragalus platytropis?

Broad-winged Milkvetch

What is the family of Astragalus platytropis?

Fabaceae

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