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bearded milkvetch

Scientific Name: Astragalus villosus

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

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Astragalus villosus - Bearded Milkvetch

Astragalus villosus, commonly known as Bearded Milkvetch, is a plant belonging to the Fabaceae (Legume) family. This annual forb/herb is found in various locations, including Tennessee and southward.

Considerations for Pets

  • Part of the Fabaceae family.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus villosus Michx.
  • Common Name: Bearded Milkvetch
  • Family: Fabaceae (Legume family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonym: Phaca intonsa (E. Sheld.) Rydb. ex Small

Distribution and Habitat

  • Found from Tennessee southward.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Growth Habit: Forb/herb.
  • Duration: Annual.

Watering Information

  • Let's water these plants only when the substratum is clearly dry using 1-2 buckets of water during this period.
  • Water rarely, about once every 4-5 weeks with 1-2 buckets of water, keeping the soil dry for a few days before.
  • Let's water abundantly, moistening the soil deeply with 1-2 buckets of water, but let's act only when the substratum is dry.

Resources and Further Information

  • Discover Life: Page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Astragalus villosus.