About Astragalus shortianus Nutt.
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
Astragalus shortianus, commonly known as early purple milkvetch, is a species of flowering plant belonging to the Fabaceae family.
Distribution Range
This species is native to west-central United States, where it occurs in Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, and New Mexico.
Life Cycle and Flowering Period
It is a perennial plant that flowers from April to July.
Habitat and Elevation Range
It grows in dry, rocky soils at elevations ranging from 5,200 to 9,000 feet, or 1,600 to 2,700 meters.
