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Astragalus Species, Freckled Milkvetch

Astragaluslentiginosus

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Family

Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Astragalus (ass-TRA-gal-uss)

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Species

lentiginosus (len-tig-i-NO-sus)

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Synonym

Astragalus lentiginosus var. carinatus

Cystium lentiginosum

Phaca lentiginosa

Tragacantha lentiginosa

Sun Exposure

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Unknown - Tell us

Height

12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

Spacing

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Hardiness

Unknown - Tell us

Danger

All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested

Bloom Color

Medium Purple

White/Near White

Bloom Time

Mid Spring

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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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Astragalus Species, Freckled Milkvetch

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