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Spring Mountain Milkvetch

The Spring Mountain Milkvetch, scientifically known as Astragalus remotus, is a perennial herb belonging to the legume family.

Considerations for Pets

• As a member of the legume family (Fabaceae), this plant might contain compounds that could cause mild digestive upset if ingested by pets.

Considerations for Children

• As a member of the legume family (Fabaceae), this plant might contain compounds that could cause mild digestive upset if ingested by children.

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

• Scientific Name: Astragalus remotus (M.E. Jones) Barneby
• Common Name: Spring Mountain Milkvetch
• Family: Fabaceae (Legume family)
• Synonyms: Astragalus arrectus var. remotus

Distribution and Habitat

• The Spring Mountain Milkvetch is associated with the Spring Mountains area.
• It is found in Zone 9a-10b.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

• Astragalus remotus is described as a perennial subshrub forb/herb.

Ecological Role

• The Spring Mountain Milkvetch is vegetation of the Spring Mountain range.

Related Species

• Other milkvetches mentioned include:
  • Preuss' Milkvetch (Astragalus preussii)
  • Lane Mountain Milkvetch (Astragalus jaegerianus)
  • Funeral Mountain Milkvetch (Astragalus funereus)
  • Needle Mountain Milkvetch (Astragalus eurylobus)
  • Huachuca Mountain Milkvetch
  • Egg Milkvetch (Astragalus oophorus var. clokeyanus)
  • Barr's Milkvetch (Astragalus barrii)
  • Torrey's Milkvetch (Astragalus calycosus var. calycosus)
  • Wahweap milkvetch

Quirky Facts

• The text mentions the "Spring Mountains acastus checkerspot butterfly" in conjunction with Spring Mountain Milkvetch.
• The text also mentions the "Spring Mountains springsnail."

Further Information

• USDA PLANTS Database
• BISON Web Link: http://bison.usgs.ornl.gov/api/scientificName/Astragalus%20remotus
• ITIS Web Link