Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pycnostachyus
ID:
170754

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts6: 527 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170083

Common Names

  • Pycnostachyus Milkvetch
  • Pycnostachyus Astragalus
  • Pycnostachyus Loco

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Synonyms

  • Tragacantha pycnostachya (A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Phaca pychnostachya (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]

Description

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Astragalus pycnostachius var. lanosissimus (Rydb.) Munz
Astragalus pycnostachyus var. pycnostachyus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus pycnostachyus 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 pycnostachyus

Astragalus pycnostachyus can be found in dry, open areas in the western United States, from California to Colorado and south to Arizona and New Mexico.

Astragalus pycnostachyus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus pycnostachyus?

Astragalus pycnostachyus

What is the common name of Astragalus pycnostachyus?

Pycnostachy Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus pycnostachyus?

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