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annual desert milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus aridus
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Astragalus aridus: Annual Desert Milkvetch
Astragalus aridus, commonly known as annual desert milkvetch, is an annual forb/herb belonging to the Fabaceae (Pea) family.
Considerations for Pets
- As a member of the Astragalus genus, and referred to as "locoweed", ingestion could cause neurological issues.
Considerations for Children
- As a member of the Astragalus genus, and referred to as "locoweed", ingestion could cause neurological issues.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Astragalus aridus A. Gray
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonym: Annual desert milkvetch
- Taxonomic Status: Accepted
Distribution and Habitat
- Astragalus aridus is found in desert environments.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is a non-woody plant (forb/herb).
- It is an annual plant.
Additional Information
- The species is adapted to desert conditions.
- Fertilization is recommended at planting or every 2-3 years, towards the end of winter or beginning of autumn.