Astragalus xiphoides
Gladiator Milk Vetch
Also known as: Astragalus convallarius var. xiphoides Barneby
- Astragalus convallarius var. xiphoides Barneby
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Originating in North America, Astragalus xiphoides (commonly known as Gladiator 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)
Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona