Latin name: Astragalus layneae E. Greene Pronunciation: as-TRAG-a-lus LAY-nee-ee Common name: Layne's locoweed Family: Fabaceae (Pea) Habitat: Sandy places 1500'-5000', creosote bush scrub, Mojave Desert to Death Valley Blooming period: March to May Name derivations: 1) Astragalus 2) layneae |
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