Funeral Mountain milkvetch facts for kids
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Astragalus funereus is a special kind of plant called a milkvetch. People often call it the Funeral Mountain milkvetch or black milkvetch.
The name "Funeral Mountain milkvetch" comes from where it grows. This plant was first found in the Funeral Mountains. These mountains are located in Death Valley, California.
This unique plant naturally grows in the Mojave Desert. You can find it in the dry, scrubby areas of eastern California and western Nevada.
What Does It Look Like?
Astragalus funereus is a small plant that grows in clumps. It is a perennial herb, meaning it lives for more than two years. The plant is covered in many stiff hairs, making it feel fuzzy.
Stems and Leaves
Its stems are quite short, growing up to about 8 centimeters long. The leaves are also short and are made up of several small, oval-shaped leaflets. These leaflets are hairy and grow close together on the stem.
Flowers and Fruit
The plant produces clusters of flowers called an inflorescence. Each cluster can have up to 10 flowers. These flower clusters are covered in black hairs. The flowers themselves are about 2 to 3 centimeters long. They have beautiful pink and purple streaks.
After the flowers bloom, they turn into fruit. The fruit is a flat, lance-shaped pod, which is a type of legume. These pods can grow up to 5 centimeters long. They feel leathery and are covered in soft, white hairs.
See also
In Spanish: Astragalus funereus para niños
