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San Rafael milkvetch

Scientific Name: Astragalus rafaelensis

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

San Rafael Milkvetch (Astragalus rafaelensis)

Also known as San Rafael milkvetch, Astragalus rafaelensis is a perennial plant belonging to the Fabaceae (Pea) family.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus rafaelensis M.E. Jones
  • Common Name: San Rafael Milkvetch
  • Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
  • Rank: Species
  • Symbol: ASRA3
  • Taxonomic Serial No. (TSN): 25651

Distribution and Habitat

  • The San Rafael milkvetch is found in the San Rafael Swell and Desert region of Utah, USA.
  • It grows in desert wildflower habitats.

Ecology

  • It is listed as a Tier 2 species.

General Information

  • The San Rafael milkvetch is a perennial plant.
  • It requires infrequent watering, approximately every 4-5 weeks when grown in a garden setting.

Further Information

  • BISON Web Link: http://bison.usgs.ornl.gov/api/scientificName/Astragalus%20rafaelensis
  • ITIS Web Link
  • Discover Life page about Astragalus rafaelensis.
  • Garden Guides offers information on gardening with San Rafael Milkvetch.