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copper mine milkvetch

Scientific Name: Astragalus cobrensis var. cobrensis

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Astragalus cobrensis: Copper Mine Milkvetch

Astragalus cobrensis, commonly known as Copper Mine Milkvetch, is a plant belonging to the genus Astragalus.

Considerations for Pets

  • Some species within the Astragalus genus are known as "locoweed" in the western United States.

Considerations for Children

  • Some species within the Astragalus genus are known as "locoweed" in the western United States.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus cobrensis A. Gray
  • Common Name: Copper Mine Milkvetch
  • Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
  • Genus: Astragalus L.
  • Subsection: Strigulosis (within the genus Astragalus)
  • Variety: Astragalus cobrensis var. cobrensis A. Gray
  • Infraspecific Taxon: Astragalus cobrensis var. maguirei Kearney
  • Synonyms/Alternative Names: Maguire's Milkvetch, Coppermine Milkvetch

Distribution and Habitat

  • The name "Copper Mine Milkvetch" suggests a possible association with copper-rich environments, or areas near copper mines.
  • Specific mentions of regions include Western New Mexico.

Ecological Role

  • Astragalus species, including Astragalus cobrensis, are sometimes associated with mining activities (e.g., copper mining).
  • Some milkvetch species are noted as selenium-scavenging plants.

Other Astragalus species

  • Astragalus agrestis (Purple Milkvetch)
  • Astragalus congdonii (Congdon's milk-vetch)
  • Astragalus neglectus (Cooper's milk-vetch)
  • Astragalus contortuplicatus (Hungarian Milkvetch)
  • Astragalus camptopus (Bruneau Milkvetch)
  • Astragalus cremnophylax Bameby var. (Hevron or Marble Canyon Milk-Vetch)
  • Astragalus pattersoni

Cultivation

  • Prefers full sun (Sole pieno).
  • Benefits from fertilization during planting or every 2-3 years, typically towards the end of winter or the beginning of autumn.
  • Young plants may require light protection from wind or cold during winter.

Further Information

  • IUCN Red List: www.iucnredlist.org (Assessment by S. Contu, 2012)
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System)
  • Western New Mexico University Department of Natural Sciences
  • Garden Guides (information about plants commonly known as Milkvetch)