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buckwheat milkvetch

Scientific Name: Astragalus caricinus

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Buckwheat Milkvetch (Astragalus caricinus)

Astragalus caricinus, commonly known as Buckwheat Milkvetch, is a perennial herb.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is commonly found in gardens.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus caricinus (M.E. Jones) Barneby
  • Common Names: Buckwheat Milkvetch, Buckwheat Milk-vetch
  • Synonyms: Astragalus lyallii var. caricinus
  • Family: Fabaceae (Legume family)

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to specific regions (implied by "Native").

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Habit: Herb
  • Duration: Perennial
  • It is a non-woody plant that is not a grass (forb/herb).
  • Blooms from April to May.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The plant is food for caterpillars

Further Information

  • Discover Life offers pages with biology, natural history, ecology, identification and distribution information.
  • Dave's Garden offers tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.