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Paradox milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus holmgreniorum
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: AZ (Holmgren milk vetch)
Astragalus holmgreniorum: Holmgren Milkvetch
Astragalus holmgreniorum, commonly known as Holmgren milkvetch or paradox milkvetch, is a rare forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass) belonging to the genus Astragalus.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Astragalus holmgreniorum Barneby
- Common Names: Holmgren milkvetch, paradox milkvetch, Holmgrens' milkvetch
- Family: Fabaceae (Leguminosae)
- Genus: Astragalus L.
- Author and Publication: Holmgren, Brittonia
- Synonyms: None listed.
Distribution and Habitat
Astragalus holmgreniorum is native to a small, specific area, including rivers such as the Gila River, Salt River, Colorado River, Santa Cruz River, Verde River, San Pedro River, and Little Colorado River, specifically in the Mohave region. It is also associated with Paradox Valley.
Ecological Role
This species sometimes grows alongside the Naturita milkvetch and paradox breadroot, forming part of a specific plant community.
Additional Information
- Astragalus holmgreniorum was collected in 1941 by Melvin Ogden and named in honor of Drs. Noel and Patricia Holmgren.
- Legal status information indicates designation of critical habitat.
Resources
- Discover Life provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Astragalus holmgreniorum.