Astragalus stella
Astragalus stella
- Native to:
- Algeria, Baleares, Canary Is., Egypt, France, Libya, Morocco, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Tunisia, Türkiye, Western Sahara
iNaturalist: © djoudi_salah_eddine (iNaturalist #350764320)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Fabaceae
- Genus:
- Astragalus
- Species:
- Astragalus stella
- USDA Symbol:
- ASST20
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 30 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- apr,may,jun
- Bloom Colors:
- purple, pink
Keystone Species Ranking
- Pollen Specialist Bee Keystone:
- ★★★☆☆ Native pollen specialist bee species supported by this genus (NWF)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, butterflies
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to arid regions, prefers open areas
Propagation & Germination
ORGHPS Germination Guide: Put in deep pot; protect from damping off