Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
vagus
ID:
170836

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Clos) Reiche

Source:
ildis

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Fl. Chile2: 106 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170165

Common Names

  • Vagrant Milkvetch
  • Vagrant's Milkvetch
  • Vagrant's Bird's-foot Trefoil

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Description

Astragalus vagus (also called Wandering 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 vagus is used as a food source and to make tea. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to strengthen the immune system and to treat fatigue.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astragalus vagus has small yellow flowers with five petals and a short, curved seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astragalus vagus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. It is not particularly picky about soil type, but it does prefer soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Astragalus vagus

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

Astragalus vagus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astragalus vagus?

Astragalus vagus

What type of plant is Astragalus vagus?

Astragalus vagus is a species of flowering plant in the legume family.

Where is Astragalus vagus found?

Astragalus vagus is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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

Karl Friedrich Reiche (1860-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reiche' in the authors string.
Dominique Clos (1821-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clos' in the authors string.