gambel’s milkvetch

Astragalus gambelianus

Member of milkvetches (genus Astragalus)
legume family (family Fabaceae)
dicots (class Magnoliopsida)
pale purple in flowering plants

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• flower ±3mm
• all others > 3 mm
• fruit ±3–4 mm
• all others > 4 mm (sort of)

Toxicity of locoweed (Astragalus spp.):
4 – Ingestion of these plants, especially in large amounts, is expected to cause serious effects to the heart, liver, kidneys or brain. If ingested in any amount, call the poison center immediately.

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Chris’s observations: 1 (research grade)

Locations:

• Máyyan 'Ooyákma Coyote Ridge OSP

Months:

• Apr.: 1

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Not all sites include this taxon:

• Astragalus gambelianus → iNaturalist – Calflora – CalPhotos – Jepson eFlora
• not yet listed → FNA

Bay Area species: iNaturalist – Calflora