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Astragalus alpinus

alpine milk vetch

Other common names
mountain milk vetch
Synonyms
Phaca astragalina

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Botanical details
Family
Fabaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Genus

Astragalus

Genus description

Astragalus can be annuals or perennials, with usually pinnate leaves and pink, purple, yellow or white pea-flowers in terminal or axillary racemes or spikes

Name status

Correct

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