No images found for this plant ID: 3863.
Ensure images are uploaded to the Media Library and tagged with "3863" in the "plant_image_tag" taxonomy.
Callaway milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus callithrix
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Astragalus callithrix: Callaway Milkvetch
Explore the fascinating details of Astragalus callithrix, commonly known as Callaway Milkvetch.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Astragalus callithrix Barneby
- Common Name: Callaway Milkvetch, Callaway's Milkvetch
- Family: Fabaceae (Legume Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Major Group: Vascular Plant
- Minor Group: Dicot
- Taxonomic Status: Accepted
Distribution and Habitat
- This plant is endemic to the United States, specifically found in Nevada and potentially California.
Morphological Characteristics
- Astragalus callithrix is a forb/herb, which means it's a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
Ecological Role
- The text mentions the presence of milkvetch influencing the performance of other plants.
Growing conditions
- Callaway Milkvetch thrives in locations with several hours of direct sunlight.
Further Information
- USDA PLANTS database
- Discover Life
- Nevada Natural Heritage Program