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painted milkvetch

Scientific Name: Astragalus ceramicus

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Painted Milkvetch: A Botanical Overview

Let's explore the Painted Milkvetch (Astragalus ceramicus), a fascinating plant with unique characteristics. This content provides information on its taxonomy, distribution, and other interesting aspects.

Considerations for Pets

  • Many members of the Astragalus genus are known to contain toxic compounds.

Considerations for Children

  • The seedpod of the Painted Milkvetch is large and conspicuous, filled with air. Small children might find these interesting.

Scientific Name and Common Names

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus ceramicus Sheldon
  • Common Names: Painted Milkvetch, Painted Milk-vetch, Ceramic Milk Vetch, Bird's Egg Pea

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Family: Fabaceae (also known as Leguminosae) - Pea Family
  • Kingdom: (Implied: Plantae - Plants)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: A. ceramicus
  • Subordinate Taxa:
    • Astragalus ceramicus var. ceramicus
    • Astragalus ceramicus var. filifolius (A. Gray) F. J. Herm.
    • Astragalus ceramicus var. apus
    • Astragalus ceramicus var. Orobus longifolius Nutt.
    • Astragalus ceramicus var. sonorae
  • USDA Symbol: ASCE

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Painted Milkvetch is found in the upper Snake River Plains of southeast Idaho and adjacent Montana.
  • It is also native to Texas and other states.
  • Reportedly, it's found in dunes and sandy areas.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is described as a perennial forb.
  • It grows from a taproot and reaches a height of 1.2 inches to 1.3 feet (3 to 40 cm).
  • Leaves are pinnate, with 4 long, filamentous leaflets.
  • It can be a weak-stemmed perennial from a slender, branched hardened stem base.
  • The plant is spineless (armament: spineless).
  • The seedpod is large, conspicuous, inflated, bladdery, and mottled.

Quirky Facts

  • The name "ceramicus" is derived from the word "ceramic" indicating a pottery-like appearance, potentially referring to the mottled appearance of the seed pod.
  • The seedpod is filled with air.

Additional Resources

  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
  • Discover Life
  • Dave's Garden