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Alvord milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus alvordensis
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Alvord Milkvetch (Astragalus alvordensis)
The Alvord milkvetch, scientifically known as Astragalus alvordensis, is a perennial forb/herb belonging to the Fabaceae family. This page provides a comprehensive overview of this plant, including its classification, distribution, and other interesting facts.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Astragalus alvordensis M.E. Jones
- Common Name: Alvord milkvetch
- Family: Fabaceae (Legume Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae (Plant)
- Taxonomic Status: Accepted
- Synonym Symbol: Astragalus alvordensis M.E. Jones (TSN 25410)
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Lifespan: Perennial
- Structure: Herbaceous (Forb/herb - a non-woody plant that isn't a grass)
Distribution and Habitat
- The Alvord milkvetch is found in the Alvord Basin, approximately 2 miles east of Pueblo Mountain. Specifically, the Alvord Desert in Oregon is mentioned.
- It thrives in harsh minimum temperatures, even well below zero degrees.
- It appears in light-colored beds above Alvord Ranch.
Ecological Role
- The Alvord milkvetch is a BLM (Bureau of Land Management) tracking species.
Related Species
- The text mentions other Astragalus species, including:
- Astragalus agrestis (Purple Milkvetch)
- Astragalus allochrous (Halfmoon Milkvetch)
- Astragalus alpinus (Alpine Milkvetch)
- Astragalus tiehmii (Tiehm Milkvetch)
- Astragalus ackermanii (Ackerman's Milkvetch)
Further Information
- Discover Life offers information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Astragalus alvordensis.
- Oregon Flora Project provides information, including images, of Astragalus alvordensis.
- Dave's Garden may offer tips and ideas related to gardening and plants.