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cibola milkvetch

Scientific Name: Astragalus albulus

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Astragalus albulus: Cibola Milkvetch

Astragalus albulus, commonly known as Cibola Milkvetch, is a fascinating member of the plant kingdom with a particular presence in the southwestern United States.

Scientific Classification

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus albulus Wooton &amp Standl.
  • Common Name: Cibola Milkvetch
  • Family: Fabaceae (Legume Family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae (Plants)
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonym Symbol: Astragalus albulus Woot. &amp Standl.
  • Accepted Symbol: ASAL5

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to: Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona.
  • Habitat: Clay flats, low hills, and sandstone soils.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Grown habit: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Additional Locations Found in New Mexico

  • McKinley County
  • Catron County

Quirky Facts

  • The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center focuses on protecting and preserving North America's native plants, including Astragalus albulus.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Contains selenium, which can be toxic to cattle, sheep, and horses.

Further Information

  • Information may be found in the British Database of World Flora and Fauna.
  • PLANTS Database profile and gallery images available.