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tall spiny milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus kentrophyta var. elatus
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Astragalus kentrophyta var. elatus - Tall Spiny Milkvetch
Astragalus kentrophyta var. elatus, commonly known as tall spiny milkvetch, is a plant found throughout the western United States. It belongs to the Fabaceae (pea) family.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant has a "spiny" characteristic, suggesting the presence of thorns or sharp edges.
Considerations for Children
- This plant has a "spiny" characteristic, suggesting the presence of thorns or sharp edges.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature:
- Scientific Name: Astragalus kentrophyta A. Gray var. elatus S. Watson
- Common Names: Tall spiny milkvetch, spiny-leaved milkvetch, spiny milkvetch, prickly milkvetch, Nuttall's kentrophyta
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
- Synonyms: Astragalus kentrophyta A. Gray ssp. elatus (S. Watson) W.A. Weber.
Distribution and Habitat:
- Found throughout the western United States.
- Specifically mentioned as growing in Utah.
- Prefers full sun.
- Can be grown in the garden year-round.
Morphological Characteristics:
- A low, perennial half-shrub.
- Typically grows to 1 to 2 feet tall but can reach two feet.
- Has many branches.
- Leaves are linear and entire.
- Silvery-white leaves.
- Flowers are yellow and bloom in spring.
Ecological Role:
- The species is mentioned as occurring in tall sagebrush vegetation.
Traditional Uses:
- The Ramah Navajo used the root as a panacea, referring to it as "life medicine."