Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
repentinus
ID:
555048

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ekící & Podlech

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert.116: 62 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000554380

Common Names

  • Repentinus Milkvetch
  • Repentinus Locoweed
  • Repentinus Vetch

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Description

Astragalus repentinus (also called Slender Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows in dry, rocky soils in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands. It has small, white to pinkish flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus repentinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus repentinus has white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus repentinus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny location. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting of a mature stem and plant it in moist soil. Keep the soil moist until the cutting has rooted. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into its permanent location.

Where to Find Astragalus repentinus

Astragalus repentinus can be found in the mountains of Iran.

Astragalus repentinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus repentinus?

Astragalus repentinus

What is the common name of Astragalus repentinus?

Repent Milkvetch

What is the natural habitat of Astragalus repentinus?

Grassy slopes and meadows in the mountains of central and western China

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

Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.
Murat Ekici: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekící' in the authors string.