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Higgins' milkvetch

Scientific Name: Astragalus lentiginosus var. higginsii

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual, Biennial, Perennial

Other Names:

       

Astragalus lentiginosus var. higginsii - Higgins' Milkvetch

Considerations for Pets

  • The text identifies this plant as a member of the Astragalus genus and family Fabaceae. While the provided text does not explicitly mention toxicity, some plants in the Astragalus genus are known to be potentially problematic for animals.
  • It is found in gardens.

Common and Scientific Names

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus lentiginosus Douglas ex Hook. var. higginsii S.L. Welsh & Thorne
  • Common Name: Higgins' Milkvetch

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Family: Fabaceae (Pea family)
  • Taxonomic Status: Variety
  • Synonyms/Alternative Scientific Names:
    • Astragalus lentiformis Gray ex Brewer &amp S. Wats. lens pod milkvetch Dougl. ex Hook. var. higginsii Welsh &amp Thorne
    • Astragalus flavus var. higginsii

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Higgins' Milkvetch is described as a forb/herb.
  • It is an annual, biennial, or perennial plant.
  • Some sources mention white flowers that smell like a grape Popsicle.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Astragalus lentiginosus var. higginsii is known to occur in Texas (TX).
  • Starveling milkvetch, a relative of Higgins' milkvetch, is endemic to extreme southeastern Idaho and adjacent portions, often in heavy clay soils.
  • Sweetwater milkvetch is a regional endemic from Montana south through Wyoming to Colorado and Utah.

Ecology

  • The text mentions the removal of federal protection for Pierson's milk vetch, indicating conservation concerns for some members of the genus.
  • One study examines the bacterial community and biotic factors affecting the yield of Chinese Milkvetch (Astragalus sinicus).

Fertilization

  • The text advises fertilizing Higgins' Milkvetch at the beginning of spring or autumn with humus or mature manure.

Further Information

  • Dave's Garden is mentioned as a resource for gardening tips and ideas.
  • portal-jardin.com is a plant database that contains information on Astragalus lentiginosus var. higginsii.
  • A Utah Flora (Welsh, S.L., N.D. Atwood, S. Goodrich and L.C. Higgins, 2003) is referenced.