Cascaronia astragalina

Cascaronia astragalina

Overview

Cascaronia astragalina is a leguminous tree from the dry forests of northwestern Argentina, representing the sole species of its monotypic genus within the

Cascaronia astragalina is a leguminous tree from the dry forests of northwestern Argentina, representing the sole species of its monotypic genus within the family Fabaceae. Its name references a resemblance to the milkvetch genus Astragalus, and it is valued locally for its timber and for providing shade in the Chaco region.

Taxonomy

Ordo Fabales
Famili Fabaceae (Legume family)
Species Cascaronia astragalina

Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

What family does Cascaronia astragalina belong to?
Cascaronia astragalina (Cascaronia astragalina) belongs to the family Fabaceae in the order Fabales.

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