Status: Native
Synonyms:
Phaca allochroa (Gray) Rydberg
Astragalus allochrous var. allochrous is a prostrate, spreading plant with red stems and small purple flowers. The pods are very inflated and give out a loud pop when crushed. Astragalus allochrous var. allochrous is found at low to middle
elevations on hillsides and sandy canyon floors.
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Astragalus allochrous var. allochrous, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., FR828, Apr. 11, 2007
Astragalus allochrous var. allochrous, photo Russ Kleinman, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, March 26, 2009
Astragalus allochrous var. allochrous, 1x macro of immature pod opened showing parietal placentation, photo Russ Kleinman, Silver City, April 8, 2009
Astragalus allochrous var. allochrous, closeup of pods, photo Russ Kleinman, WD Ranch Road, April 20, 2009
Astragalus allochrous var. allochrous, 2x macro of flower, photo Russ Kleinman, WD Ranch Road, March 16, 2010
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