Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
subcinereus
ID:
170809

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts13: 366 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170138

Common Names

  • Subcinereous Milkvetch
  • Subcinereous Astragalus
  • Subcinereous Locoweed

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus sileranus cariacus M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Astragalus sileranus M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Phaca silerana (M.E.Jones) Rydb. [valid]
  • Phaca subcinerea (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
  • Astragalus subcinereus subcinereus [unknown]
  • Astragalus subcinereus basalticus S.L.Welsh [valid]
  • Astragalus subcinereus sileranus (M.E.Jones) S.L.Welsh [valid]

Description

Astragalus subcinereus (also called Gray Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus subcinereus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures that are believed to have medicinal properties. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus subcinereus has white or pinkish flowers with a yellowish center. The seed pods are long and narrow, containing several small, dark brown seeds. Seedlings have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus subcinereus 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 subcinereus

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

Astragalus subcinereus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus subcinereus?

Astragalus subcinereus

What is the common name of Astragalus subcinereus?

Gray Milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus subcinereus?

Astragalus subcinereus is found in dry, open areas, such as prairies and roadsides

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

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