Astragalus Species, Freckled Milkvetch

Astragaluslentiginosus

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Astragalus (ass-TRA-gal-uss)
Species
lentiginosus (len-tig-i-NO-sus)
Synonym
Astragalus lentiginosus var. carinatus
Cystium lentiginosum
Phaca lentiginosa
Tragacantha lentiginosa
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
Danger
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color
Medium Purple
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

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Gardener's Notes:

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neutral
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Josephine, Arlington, TX (Zone 8a) | December 2006 | neutral

Freckled milkvetch Astragalus lentiginosus is native to Texas and other States.

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