Astragalus hornii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hornii
ID:
170604
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
ildis
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts7: 398 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169933
Common Names
- Horn's Milkvetch
- Horn's Astragalus
- Horn Milkvetch
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- Tragacantha hornii (A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
- Phaca hornii (A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
Description
Astragalus hornii (also called Horn's Milkvetch, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, sagebrush and pinyon-juniper woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astragalus hornii has been used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, as a food source for livestock, and as an ornamental plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Astragalus hornii var. minutiflorus M.E.JonesAstragalus hornii var. hornii
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astragalus hornii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astragalus hornii 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 hornii
Astragalus hornii is native to the western United States, from California to Wyoming. It is found in dry, rocky soils in open areas.
Astragalus hornii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astragalus hornii?
Astragalus hornii
What is the common name of Astragalus hornii?
Horn's milkvetch
What is the habitat of Astragalus hornii?
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
References
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Astragalus hornii A.Gray: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.