Astragalus porrectus
Lahontan Milkvetch
Also known as: Homalobus porrectus (S.Watson) Rydb. +1 more
- Homalobus porrectus (S.Watson) Rydb.
- Tragacantha porrecta (S.Watson) Kuntze
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Astragalus porrectus (commonly known as Lahontan milkvetch) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Fabaceae family. Indigenous to North America, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is part of the broad Astragalus genus, encompassing over 3050 species globally.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Nevada