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Elizabeth's Milkvetch (Astragalus desperatus var. neeseae)

Elizabeth's Milkvetch, scientifically known as Astragalus desperatus M.E. Jones var. neeseae Barneby, is a plant belonging to the milkvetch family.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Scientific Name: Astragalus desperatus M.E. Jones var. neeseae Barneby
• Common Name: Elizabeth's Milkvetch, Horseshoe Milkvetch
• Genus: Astragalus L. (milkvetch, astragales, locoweed)
• Species: Astragalus equisolensis Neese &amp S.L. Welsh - Elizabeth's Milkvetch, Horseshoe Milk-vetch
• Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
• Rank: Variety

Morphology and Growth Habits

• Elizabeth's Milkvetch is classified as a subshrub or forb/herb.
• It is a perennial plant.

Distribution and Habitat

This plant is native to specific regions. Further research on plant databases is recommended to determine the exact location.

Interesting Facts

• Astragalus equisolensis, a synonym of Elizabeth's Milkvetch, was first discovered in May 1979 by Drs. Elizabeth Neese and Stanley Welsh.

Related Species

Several other Astragalus species are mentioned, including:

• Astragalus convallarius (Lesser Rushy Milkvetch)
• Astragalus globiflorus
• Astragalus glycyphyllos (Milk Vetch, Licorice Milkvetch)
• Astragalus detritalis (Debris Milkvetch)
• Astragalus cymboides (Canoe Milkvetch)
• Astragalus purshii var lectulus (Woollypod Milkvetch)
• Astragalus casei (Case's Milkvetch)
• Astragalus scaphoides (Bitterroot Milkvetch)
• Astragalus canadensis (Canadian Milk Vetch, Rattle Vetch, Little Rattlepod)
• Astragalus schmolliae (Schmoll's Milkvetch)
• Astragalus cibarius (Browse Milkvetch)
• Astragalus racemosus (Racemose Milkvetch)
• Astragalus debequaeus (Debeque Milkvetch)

Further Information

Additional information can be found at:

• Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
• uBio
• Trusted Websites
• Garden Guides
• Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center