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depauperate milkvetch

Scientific Name: Astragalus pauperculus

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Astragalus pauperculus: Depauperate Milkvetch

Astragalus pauperculus, commonly known as depauperate milkvetch, is an uncommon species endemic to northern California.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus pauperculus Greene
  • Common Name: Depauperate milkvetch
  • Family: Fabaceae (peas, legumes)
  • Genus: Astragalus L. (milkvetch, astragales, locoweed)
  • Taxonomic Status: Accepted

Distribution and Habitat

  • Astragalus pauperculus is endemic to northern California.

Morphology and Growth Habit

  • This plant is a forb/herb, meaning it is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
  • The depauperate milkvetch develops a bare stem, creating a thick crown, and grows in height like a tree.

Ecological Role

  • The genus Astragalus is native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.

Further Information

  • Discover Life's page provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Astragalus pauperculus.
  • CalPhotos provides images of Astragalus pauperculus.
  • ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System) recognizes Astragalus pauperculus Greene (TSN 25626).