Astragalus gilensis
Gila Milk Vetch, Gila Milkvetch
Also known as: Batidophaca gilensis (Greene) Rydb.
- Batidophaca gilensis (Greene) Rydb.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Astragalus gilensis (commonly known as Gila milk-vetch) is a herbaceous perennial within the Fabaceae family. It naturally occurs in North America. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
South-Central U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona, New Mexico