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milkweed milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus asclepiadoides
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Astragalus asclepiadoides
Also known as Milkweed Milkvetch, Astragalus asclepiadoides is a forb/herb, meaning it is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions that some milkvetch species are poisonous to livestock.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Astragalus asclepiadoides M.E. Jones
- Common Name: Milkweed Milkvetch
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonym: The text doesn't include a specific synonym, but notes the common name is English.
Distribution and Habitat
- Observed south of SR 191 from I-70, southwest of Crescent Junction, Grand County, Utah.
- Elevation of observation: 4,880 feet.
- Also found in McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area, CO.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Described as a forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass).
Ecological Role
- The text indicates a presence in cattle pastures.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- The plant is mentioned in relation to cattle and 4-wheeler activity in pastures.
- Mentioned in the context of searching for eggs or larvae.
Further Information
- Dave's Garden is mentioned as a resource for gardening tips and ideas.
- Discover Life offers information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Astragalus asclepiadoides.