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silverleaf milkvetch

Scientific Name: Astragalus argophyllus var. panguicensis

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Astragalus argophyllus: Silverleaf Milkvetch

Astragalus argophyllus, commonly known as silverleaf milkvetch, is a perennial herb belonging to the milkvetch genus.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus argophyllus Nutt.
  • Common Name(s): Silverleaf milkvetch, silver-leaf milkvetch
  • Genus: Astragalus L. (milkvetch, astragales, locoweed)
  • Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
  • Synonyms: Astragalus panguicensis (M.E. Jones) M.E. Jones, Astragalus panquicensis (M.E.)
  • Subordinate Taxa (Varieties):
    • Astragalus argophyllus var. argophyllus (Silverleaf Milk-Vetch)
    • Astragalus argophyllus var. martinii
    • Astragalus argophyllus var. stocksii (S.L. Welsh) Barneby ex Isely
    • Astragalus argophyllus var. panguicensis

Distribution and Habitat

This plant is native to certain regions. One specific mention is its presence in western Colorado.

Morphological Characteristics

  • A heavy-rooted perennial herb.

Related Resources

  • Discover Life: Provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Astragalus argophyllus.
  • Dave's Garden: A community forum for sharing gardening tips and ideas.