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Astragalus polaris
Astragalus polaris Benth.
Polar Milkvetch
Fabaceae (Pea family)
Synonym(s): Astragalus amblyodon
USDA Symbol: ASPO
USDA Native Status: AK (N)
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Herb
Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
Fruit Type: Legume
Size Notes: Stems prostrate to decumbent, up to about 4 inches long.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: White , PurpleBloom Time: Jul
Distribution
USA: AKNational Wetland Indicator Status
Region: | AGCP | AK | AW | CB | EMP | GP | HI | MW | NCNE | WMVE |
Status: | FAC |
Web Reference
Webref 23 - Southwest Environmental Information Network (2009) SEINet - Arizona ChapterAdditional resources
USDA: Find Astragalus polaris in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Astragalus polaris in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Astragalus polaris
Metadata
Record Modified: 2023-06-29Research By: Joseph A. Marcus