Astragalus chamaeleuce
Cicada Milkvetch
Also known as: Astragalus chamaeleuce var. laccoliticus Rydb. +2 more
- Astragalus chamaeleuce var. laccoliticus Rydb.
- Astragalus pygmaeus var. cicadae (M.E.Jones) M.E.Jones
- Phaca pygmaea Torr. & A.Gray
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Astragalus chamaeleuce (commonly known as Cicada Milkvetch) is a herbaceous perennial within the Fabaceae family. It naturally occurs in North America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
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, Montana, Utah, Wyoming