Astragalus flexus

Astragalus flexus

Astragalus flexus is a perennial milkvetch native to Central Asia and the Middle East, growing in dry rocky and gravelly habitats. The epithet flexus refers to the flexible or bent nature of its growth. It inhabits semi-arid steppe and mountain foothills, where it participates in the complex plant communities characteristic of these transitional zones.

Taxonomy

Orden Fabales
Familia Fabaceae (Legume family)
Species Astragalus flexus

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What family does Astragalus flexus belong to?
Astragalus flexus (Astragalus flexus) belongs to the family Fabaceae in the order Fabales.

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