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Osgood Mountain milkvetch
Scientific Name: Astragalus yoder-williamsii
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: NV (Osgood Mountains milkvetch)
Astragalus yoder-williamsii
Also known as Osgood Mountain Milkvetch or Mud-flat Milkvetch, Astragalus yoder-williamsii is a perennial forb/herb belonging to the legume family (Fabaceae).
Considerations for Pets
- Belongs to the Fabaceae family (legumes).
Scientific Classification
- Scientific Name: Astragalus yoder-williamsii Barneby
- Common Names: Osgood Mountain Milkvetch, Mud-flat Milkvetch
- Family: Fabaceae (Legume family)
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms: The text does not explicitly list synonyms but mentions alternative scientific names in close context, implying possible synonymy.
Distribution and Habitat
- Found in North America, specifically the United States.
- Specifically associated with the Osgood Mountains in Nevada, Humboldt County.
- The species is mentioned in the context of isolated canyons and mountain ranges.
Conservation Status
- Listed as SENSITIVE by a Heritage Program, with ranks G3 S1.
- Listed as ESA (Endangered Species Act) endangered.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habit
- Described as a perennial forb/herb.
- Characterized as low-growing and easily overlooked.
Related Resources
- Discover Life: Discover Life (biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution).
- Dave's Garden: Dave's Garden (gardening tips and ideas).
- BISON Web Link: http://bison.usgs.ornl.gov/api/scientificName/Astragalus%20yoder-williamsii
- ITIS Web Link: Information from the Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS) might be available, but a direct link is not provided.
- Plantilla:Plantae Mundi: A resource that includes locations.