Astragalus bisulcatus
(Two-grooved Milkvetch)
Family: Fabaceae (Pea)
The pods of
Astragalus bisulcatus
have two deep grooves running lengthwise. Pods hang down in a dense raceme. Two-grooved Milkvetch is a sturdy plant with an erect growth form. Flowering stems have leaves. Flowers are pink, purple or white.
Vegetation zone:
Plains, Foothills
Time of bloom:
May - July
Origin:
Native
Eastern Colorado Wildflowers