Astragalus rafaelensis
San Rafael Milk Vetch, San Rafael Milkvetch
Also known as: Cnemidophacos rafaelensis (M.E.Jones) Rydb.
- Cnemidophacos rafaelensis (M.E.Jones) Rydb.
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 rafaelensis (commonly known as San Rafael milk-vetch) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Fabaceae family. 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)
Northwestern U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colorado, Utah