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painted milkvetch

Scientific Name: Astragalus ceramicus var. ceramicus

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Painted Milkvetch (Astragalus ceramicus)

Painted Milkvetch, scientifically known as Astragalus ceramicus, is a perennial herb belonging to the Pea Family (Fabaceae or Leguminosae). It's recognized by its large, conspicuous seedpods filled with air.

Considerations for Pets

  • Many members of the Astragalus genus are known to contain toxins.
  • The seedpods are large and conspicuous.

Scientific Classification and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus ceramicus Sheldon
  • Common Name: Painted Milkvetch
  • Family: Fabaceae (also known as Leguminosae) - Pea Family
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: A. ceramicus
  • Varieties:
    • Astragalus ceramicus var. ceramicus
    • Astragalus ceramicus var. filifolius (A. Gray) F. J. Herm.
    • Astragalus ceramicus var. apus
    • Astragalus ceramicus var. Orobus longifolius Nutt.
  • USDA Symbol: ASCE

Distribution and Habitat

  • Painted Milkvetch is found in the upper Snake River Plains of southeast Idaho and adjacent Montana.
  • It also grows in Texas and Utah.
  • Specifically mentioned locations include Monument Valley N.P., Utah.

Morphological Characteristics

  • It is a perennial herb from a taproot, growing to a height of 3 to 40 cm (1.2 inches to 1.3 feet).
  • Leaves are pinnate with 4 long, filamentous leaflets.
  • It's described as a slender, sparsely leafy perennial.
  • The plant has pendulous, bladdery, and mottled seedpods.
  • Some varieties have a weak stem from a slender, branched hardened stem base.

Quirky Facts

  • The name ceramicus is derived from the pottery-like appearance of the plant.
  • The seedpods are filled with air and are described as large and conspicuous.

Additional Information

  • The species is considered to be in the group of species without defenses, also refered to as "spineless".