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Wittmann's milkvetch

Scientific Name: Astragalus wittmannii

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Wittmann's Milkvetch (Astragalus wittmannii)

Astragalus wittmannii, commonly known as Wittmann's Milkvetch, is a perennial forb/herb belonging to the Fabaceae (pea) family.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Astragalus wittmannii Barneby
  • Common Name: Wittmann's Milkvetch
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: None explicitly mentioned in the text.

Distribution and Habitat

  • The text mentions its presence in the USA, specifically New Mexico.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Wittmann's Milkvetch is described as a perennial forb/herb, meaning it is a non-woody plant that lives for more than two years.
  • It is noted that the plant has a bare stem in the lower part, while many ramifications develop higher up.
  • The plant has an erect growth habit.

Related Species

  • The text references other Astragalus species, including Mancos Milkvetch (Astragalus humillimus), Gunnison Milkvetch (Astragalus anisus), Rogue River Milkvetch (Astragalus accidens), Woodruff's Milkvetch (Astragalus woodruffii), and DeBeque Milkvetch.

Further Information

  • ITIS Name: Astragalus wittmannii Barneby (TSN 25728)
  • USDA PLANTS Database Symbol: ASWI3
  • Colorado Rare Plant Field Guide 2002 Update