Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
170590

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Gen. N. Amer. Pl.2: 100 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169919

Common Names

  • Graceful Milkvetch
  • Slender Milkvetch
  • Slender Locoweed

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Synonyms

  • Astragalus elegans curtiflorus Rydb. [valid]
  • Microphacos gracilis (Nutt.) Rydb. [valid]
  • Microphacos microlobus (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
  • Microphacos parviflorus (Pursh) Rydb. [valid]
  • Dalea parviflora Pursh [valid]
  • Tragacantha microloba (A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Tragacantha parviflora (Pursh) Kuntze [valid]
  • Astragalus microlobus A.Gray [valid]
  • Astragalus microphacos Cory [valid]
  • Astragalus gracilis parviflorus (Pursh) F.C.Gates [valid]
  • Astragalus gracilis erectus Hook. [valid]
  • Astragalus parviflorus microlobus (A.Gray) M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Astragalus parviflorus (Pursh) MacMill. [illegitimate]
  • Phaca gracilis MacMill. [valid]
  • Craccina gracilis (Nutt.) Steven [valid]
  • Phaca microloba Britton [valid]
  • Phaca parviflora Nutt. [valid]
  • Astragalus parvifolius Nutt. ex A.Gray [valid]
  • Psoralea parviflora (Pursh) Poir. [valid]
  • Astragalus gracilis microlobus (A.Gray) S.L.Welsh [valid]
  • Astragalus gracilis parviflorus (Pursh) F.C.Gates [deprecated]
  • Astragalus gracilis Torr. [illegitimate]

Description

Astragalus gracilis (also called Slender Milkvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia, North America, and Europe. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Astragalus gracilis is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues. It is also used as a natural remedy for anxiety and stress relief, as well as to boost the immune system and improve circulation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus gracilis has yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus gracilis is a perennial plant native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination, which usually occurs within two weeks.

Where to Find Astragalus gracilis

Astragalus gracilis can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Utah.

Astragalus gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus gracilis?

Astragalus gracilis

What is the common name of Astragalus gracilis?

Slender milkvetch

What is the habitat of Astragalus gracilis?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the western United States.

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