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Picabo milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus oniciformis
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Picabo Milkvetch (Astragalus oniciformis)
The Picabo milkvetch, scientifically known as Astragalus oniciformis, is a plant with a limited distribution in a specific region of the United States. It is also referred to by its common name, Picabo milkvetch.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Astragalus oniciformis Barneby
- Common Name: Picabo milkvetch
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea or Legume family)
- Genus: Astragalus L. (Milkvetch, Astragales, Locoweed)
- Taxonomic Status: Accepted species
- Taxon ID: 25613
Distribution and Habitat
- Astragalus oniciformis is endemic to the north-central portion of the eastern Snake River Plain, specifically in Idaho and potentially Oregon.
- It can be found in sagebrush communities on barren knolls and stony hilltops.
- One specific location mentioned is near the eastern city limits of Picabo, Idaho.
- It can be found in low and mid elevation shrub and riparian/aquatic habitat along the Little Wood River.
Ecological Role
- It is a sensitive plant species.
- Wheatgrass doesn't significantly reduce its reproduction potential.
- This plant is a food source for the Pygmy Rabbit and the Ferruginous Hawk.