Astragalus nuttalii
$6.60 – $7.15
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Nuttall’s Milkvetch
Nuttall’s Milkvetch is an evergreen perennial herb that forms thick, tangled clumps of stems from
0.5′ – 3′ tall on the bluffs of coastal habitats.
This species is used to seaside conditions, so it can tolerate salt spray, sand, and clay. In harsh conditions, stems may be quite hairy and soft, but in easier growing conditions they can be virtually hairless. The flowers are cream-colored to green, occasionally with a purple tint.
Lifeform: Biennial
Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade
| Container | 4", D-16, D-40 |
|---|---|
| Ecological Value | Long bloom period that attracts several butterfly and moth species. |
| Historical Uses | Astragalus roots have been eaten as food. |
| Distribution | Native to California and Baja California |
| Elevation | -253' – 3341' |
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| Habitat | It grows in the sandy soils of coastal habitat. |
