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Lemhi milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus aquilonius
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Lemhi Milkvetch (Astragalus aquilonius)
Astragalus aquilonius, commonly known as Lemhi Milkvetch, is a forb/herb belonging to the genus Astragalus.
Considerations for Children and Pets:
- Multiple sources suggest that Lemhi Milkvetch is not safe for children, dogs, or cats.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Astragalus aquilonius (Barneby) Barneby
- Synonym: Astragalus wootonii var. aquilonius Barneby
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea or Legume family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Rank: Species
- Nomenclatural Reference: Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 13(2): 876. 1964.
- Accepted Taxonomic Status: Accepted
Distribution and Habitat
- Found in the USA, specifically in Idaho.
- Specifically known from the gravelly, exposed uplands of the south end of the Lemhi Range.
Morphological Characteristics
- A non-woody plant (forb/herb).
- Perennial herb from a slender taproot.
- Possesses a stout taproot and knotty root crown.
- Greenish herbage.
- Has several stems (2.0-3.4 dm long) that lie flat on the ground.
Ecological Role
- This species is endemic to the Challis area.
Irrigation Details
- Avoid excessive watering.
- Allow the soil to dry out for a few days between waterings.
- Watering every 4-5 weeks might be sufficient if the climate is appropriate.
- Tenere asciutto - Keep dry.
Further Resources
- Dave's Garden: A community sharing tips and ideas for gardens.
- British Database of World Flora and Fauna: Provides taxonomic information about Astragalus aquilonius.
- World Plants Database: Provides distribution information.