Astragalus giganteus
Giant Milkvetch
Also known as: Astragalus giganteus var. yaquianus (S.Watson) M.E.Jones +2 more
- Astragalus giganteus var. yaquianus (S.Watson) M.E.Jones
- Astragalus texanus E.Sheld.
- Astragalus yaquianus S.Watson
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Found natively in North America, Astragalus giganteus (commonly known as Giant Milkvetch) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Fabaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, South-Central U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Mexico Northeast, New Mexico, Texas