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Emory's milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus emoryanus var. emoryanus
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual, Biennial
Other Names:
Emory's Milkvetch (Astragalus emoryanus)
Emory's Milkvetch, scientifically known as Astragalus emoryanus, is a plant belonging to the pea family (Fabaceae). It is also commonly referred to as Emory milkvetch.
Considerations for Pets
- A severe outbreak of Emory milkvetch poisoning in cattle and sheep has been recorded. Mortality averaged 2% to 3%.
- It is noted that the plant produces nitro compounds, which appear to be the principal toxic constituent.
- Emory milkvetch poisoning in chicks, sheep, and cattle has been documented in veterinary research.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Astragalus emoryanus (Rydb.) Cory
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
- Synonym: Not explicitly mentioned but implied via the provided text.
- Subordinate Taxa:
- Astragalus emoryanus var. emoryanus
- Astragalus emoryanus var. terlinguensis (Cory) Barneby
Distribution and Habitat
- The plant is found in the west and southwest USA, including Texas (TX) and New Mexico (NM).
Morphological Characteristics
- The plant has hairy, prostrate stems.
- It produces purple wildflowers.
- It is described as large in size and can reach 17 meters in height.
- The plant is not evergreen, meaning it loses its leaves.
Related Species
- Astragalus canadensis L. (Canadian milkvetch)
- Astragalus agrestis Dougl. ex G. Don (Purple Milkvetch)
- Astragalus arizonicus (Arizona milkvetch)
- Astragalus chamaeleuce (cicada milkvetch)
Further Information
- USDA
- Encyclopedia of Life