Astragalus molybdenus
Leadville, Leadville Milkvetch
Other regional names: Molybdenum Milkvetch
- Molybdenum Milkvetch
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Astragalus molybdenus (commonly known as Leadville or Leadville milkvetch) is a herbaceous perennial within the Fabaceae family. It originates in North America. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with subalpine or subarctic conditions. There are naturally occurring varieties of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Cold
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colorado, Montana, Wyoming
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms