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marsh milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus pycnostachyus var. pycnostachyus
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Ventura Marsh Milk-vetch (Astragalus pycnostachyus var. lanosissimus)
The Ventura marsh milk-vetch, scientifically known as Astragalus pycnostachyus var. lanosissimus, is a unique plant with specific considerations for pets and children, as well as other interesting facts to note.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant has woolly stems, which might be attractive to pets, and ingestion should be avoided.
- The text mentions "Thorny Harrow" in association with milk vetch plants. While it's not directly linked to this specific variety, vigilance is advised if the plant displays any similar prickly features.
- As a member of the pea family (Fabaceae), it's important to research if any related plants are known to be toxic to specific pets.
Considerations for Children
- The plant has woolly stems, which might be attractive to young children, and ingestion should be avoided.
- The text mentions "Thorny Harrow" in association with milk vetch plants. While it's not directly linked to this specific variety, vigilance is advised if the plant displays any similar prickly features.
- As a member of the pea family (Fabaceae), it's important to research if any related plants are known to be toxic to young children.
Quirky Facts
- The Ventura marsh milk-vetch was reintroduced at two different locations, highlighting conservation efforts.
- The plant is associated with oil fields in California based on listed tags, suggesting it can be found in unusual industrial environments.
Scientific Name and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Astragalus pycnostachyus var. lanosissimus
- Common Name: Ventura Marsh Milk-vetch
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea family)
- Synonyms/Alternative Names:
- Astragalus pycnostachyus A. Gray var. lanosissimus (Rydb.) Munz & McBurney
- Astragalus pycnostachyus A. Gray var. pycnostachyus
Distribution and Habitat
- Endemic to the coastline of California.
- Grows in coastal marsh habitats and salt marshes.
- Specifically associated with the Carpinteria Salt Marsh Reserve.
Morphological Characteristics
- Short-lived, herbaceous perennial.
- Forms a thick erect clump of hollow, woolly stems.
- Stems are 40 to 90 centimeters tall.
- Leaves are up to 15 centimeters long.
- The plant develops a bare stem at the lower part and develops into a tree-like form with many ramifications.
Ecological Role
- The plant is on the U.S. Endangered Species List and classified as endangered in California.
Additional Information
- Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden is involved in efforts to conserve the Ventura Marsh Milkvetch through seed collection.
- Further information can be found on websites such as Discover Life and Wikimedia Commons.
- EBSCOhost provides access to articles and essays related to the Ventura Marsh Milk-vetch.