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Hall's milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus hallii var. fallax
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Hall's Milkvetch (Astragalus hallii)
Hall's Milkvetch, scientifically known as Astragalus hallii, is a perennial forb/herb belonging to the pea family (Fabaceae).
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is a member of the Astragalus genus, some species of which are known as "locoweed."
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Astragalus hallii A. Gray
- Common Names: Hall's Milkvetch, Hall Milkvetch
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea family)
- Synonyms: Astragalus hallii var. fallax (M.E. Jones) Barneby, Astragalus famelicus Sheldon
- Subordinate Taxa (Varieties):
- Astragalus hallii var. fallax (M.E. Jones) Barneby
- Astragalus hallii var. hallii
Distribution and Habitat
- Hall's Milkvetch is present in North America, specifically in the west and southwest USA.
- It is found in prairies and meadows.
Morphological Characteristics
- Hall's Milkvetch is a non-woody plant.
- It has small compound leaves.
- It produces clusters of purple wildflowers.
- The plant loses its leaves in the autumn and turns a yellow color.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Studies have been conducted on the effects of cattle grazing on some milkvetch species, including Columbia milkvetch.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Astragalus hallii.
- Dave's Garden provides a community platform for sharing gardening tips and ideas.