Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
purpusii
ID:
170752

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.E.Jones

Source:
ildis

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Contr. W. Bot.14: 34 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170081

Common Names

  • Purpus' Milkvetch
  • Purpus' Astragalus
  • Purpus' Loco

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Synonyms

  • Atelophragma purpusi (M.E.Jones) Rydb. [unknown]
  • Atelophragma purpusii [unknown]

Description

Astragalus purpusii (also called Purpus' 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 purpusii is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus purpusii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers and can be pruned to maintain a compact size.

Where to Find Astragalus purpusii

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

Astragalus purpusii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus purpusii?

Astragalus purpusii

What is the common name of Astragalus purpusii?

Purpus' Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus purpusii?

It is found in dry, rocky, open areas, usually at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.

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