Latin name: Astragalus bicristatus A. Gray Pronunciation: as-TRAG-a-lus bye-kris-TAY-tus Common name: Crested milkvetch Family: Fabaceae (Pea) Habitat: Rocky or sandy places 5800'-9000', montane coniferous forest, San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mts Blooming period: May to August Name derivations: 1) Astragalus 2) bicristatus |
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