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pauper milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus misellus
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Astragalus misellus var. pauper
Also known as Pauper Milkvetch.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is a type of milkvetch. Some species of milkvetch, also known as locoweed in the western US, are known to be toxic.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Astragalus misellus S. Watson var. pauper Barneby
- Synonym: Astragalus howellii var. aberrans (formerly)
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Status: Accepted
Distribution and Habitat
- Pauper Milkvetch is found east of the Cascade Mountains.
- Observed at the Yakima - Kittitas County border in central Washington.
- Grows on open ridgetops and upper slopes.
Conservation Status
- State Sensitive.
- BLM (Bureau of Land Management) Sensitive.
- Rank: G4T3 / S3
Ecological Role
- Associated with big sagebrush.
Growth Requirements
- Requires at least a few hours of direct sunlight for balanced development.
Related Species
- Similar to Astragalus obscurus (Arcane Milkvetch).
Further Information
- Discover Life offers information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Astragalus misellus.
- Dave's Garden provides a friendly community for sharing gardening tips and ideas.