Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
caeruleus
ID:
1514998

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7, 11(16): 103 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200001709

Common Names

  • Astragalus caeruleus
  • Caeruleus Astragalus
  • Caeruleus

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Description

Astragalus caeruleus (also called Blue Astragalus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows up to 4 meters tall and has a wide, rounded crown. The leaves are alternate, oblong to elliptic, and up to 7 cm long. The flowers are white to pinkish and the fruit is a capsule. It is found in dry to moist forests, scrub and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus caeruleus is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Astragalus caeruleus are blue in color and have a pea-like shape. The seed is a small, dark-brown legume. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus caeruleus is a perennial plant native to Europe and North Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Astragalus caeruleus

Astragalus caeruleus is native to North America and can be found in dry, open areas.

Astragalus caeruleus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus caeruleus?

Astragalus caeruleus

What is the common name of Astragalus caeruleus?

Blue milkvetch

What is the family of Astragalus caeruleus?

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