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Parry's milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus parryi
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Parry's Milkvetch (Astragalus parryi)
Considerations for Pets
- This plant belongs to the Fabaceae family (Pea/Bean). While many plants in this family are edible, some can contain compounds that may be harmful to animals.
Common Names and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Astragalus parryi A. Gray
- Common Names: Parry's Milkvetch, Parry Milk-Vetch
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea/Bean or Legume family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Genus: Astragalus L. (milkvetch, astragales, locoweed)
Distribution and Habitat
- Astragalus parryi is found in eastern Colorado and southern Wyoming.
Morphology and Growth Habits
- Astragalus parryi is described as a forb/herb, which is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
Additional Information
- The plant can be grown in the garden year-round, but young plants may need some protection from wind or cold during the winter.
External Resources
- Tracey Slotta - USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database.