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sharpkeel milkvetch

Scientific Name: Astragalus acutirostris

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Astragalus acutirostris: Sharpkeel Milkvetch

Astragalus acutirostris, commonly known as sharpkeel milkvetch, is a species of milkvetch belonging to the plant family Fabaceae (also known as Leguminosae or Pea Family).

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is commonly referred to as milkvetch, and some milkvetch species are known as locoweed, which can be a concern for livestock in North America.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus acutirostris S. Watson
  • Common Name: Sharpkeel Milkvetch
  • Synonyms: None explicitly mentioned, but it is part of the milkvetch group, suggesting close relation to other Astragalus species.
  • Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family or Leguminosae)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Taxonomic Status: Accepted species

Distribution and Habitat

  • Astragalus acutirostris is native to the Mojave Desert and surrounding areas of California.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is classified as a forb/herb, which means it is a non-woody plant.
  • It can be an annual plant.
  • Growth habit: Forb/herb
  • Described as having hairs appressed and curved stem prostrate or.

Ecology

  • It thrives in environments with cold temperatures and can withstand harsh minimum temperatures, making it suitable for outdoor cultivation.

Related Species

  • Other Astragalus species mentioned include:
    • Astragalus agnicidus (Humboldt County milkvetch)
    • Astragalus argophyllus var. argophyllus (Silverleaf Milkvetch)
    • Astragalus adanus
    • Astragalus agrestis (Purple Milkvetch)
    • Astragalus albens
    • Astragalus allochrous allochrous (Halfmoon Milkvetch)
    • Astragalus adsurgens (Standing Milkvetch)
    • Astragalus alpinus (Alpine milkvetch, mountain locoweed)
    • Astragalus tricarinatus (Triplerib milkvetch)

Further Information

  • Discover Life offers information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Astragalus acutirostris.