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Gibbs' milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus gibbsii
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Gibbs' Milkvetch (Astragalus gibbsii)
Astragalus gibbsii, commonly known as Gibbs' milkvetch, is a forb/herb belonging to the genus Astragalus.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Fabaceae (peas, legumes)
- Genus: Astragalus L. (milkvetch, astragales, locoweed)
- Species: Astragalus gibbsii Kellogg
Common Names
- Gibbs' milkvetch
- Gibbs' milk vetch
- Gibbs' locoweed
Distribution and Habitat
This species is native to eastern California and the north-central Sierra Nevada.
Morphological Characteristics
Astragalus gibbsii is a non-woody forb/herb.
Additional Information
- Gibbs' milkvetch is tolerant of very harsh temperatures and can be grown outdoors.
- The plant is also referred to as dwarf locoweed.
Further Resources
- Discover Life: Provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Astragalus gibbsii.
- CalPhotos: Offers photographs of Astragalus gibbsii.