Astragalus nutans
Chuckwalla Milkvetch, Providence Mountain Milkvetch
Also known as: Astragalus chuckwallae Abrams +1 more
- Astragalus chuckwallae Abrams
- Phaca nutans (M.E.Jones) Rydb.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual, biennial or perennial.
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Originating in North America, Astragalus nutans (commonly known as Chuckwalla Milkvetch or Providence Mountain milkvetch) is a biennial or perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Biennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
California