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great bladdery milkvetch

Scientific Name: Astragalus megacarpus

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Astragalus megacarpus

Also known as Great Bladdery Milkvetch.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus megacarpus (Nutt.) A. Gray
  • Synonyms: Astragalus megacarpus (Torr. & A.Gray)A.Gray
  • Infraspecific Rank: var. parryi A. Gray ex S. Watson (Parry's bladderpod milkvetch)

Common Names

  • Great Bladdery Milkvetch
  • Bladdery Milkvetch

Distribution and Habitat

  • Observed growing in bentonite clay near the Rattlesnake Arches.
  • Found in Colorado (Bangs Canyon).

Morphological Characteristics

  • The plant has pods that are speckled and bladdery-inflated, measuring 5–15 mm wide.

Cultivation

  • The Great Bladdery Milkvetch can be grown in the garden throughout the whole year and doesn't fear cold temperatures.
  • The text suggests cultivating it outdoors and securing it in particularly windy climates.

Related Species

  • Astragalus adsurgens, rattle milkvetch
  • Astragalus microcystis, least bladdery milkvetch
  • Astragalus miser, low milkvetch

Further Information

  • Discover Life: Provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Astragalus megacarpus.
  • Dave's Garden: A community where gardeners share tips and ideas.