Status: Native
Synonyms:
By var., see Allred
Astragalus cobrensis is a spreading perennial with pinnately compound leaves with usually at least some leaflets emarginate. The corolla is pinkish with purple makings. The pods are hairy and somewhat inflated. The calyx hairs are black or dark brown, an excellent field mark. Astragalus cobrensis is found in dry areas at middle elevation.
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Astragalus cobrensis, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., Deadman Canyon
Astragalus cobrensis, detail of flower, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., Deadman Canyon
Astragalus cobrensis, detail of pods, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., Deadman Canyon
Astragalus cobrensis, closeup of flower, photo Russ Kleinman, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, April 28, 2009
Astragalus cobrensis, closeup of lateral view of flower, photo Russ Kleinman, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, April 28, 2009
Astragalus cobrensis, closeup of pod, photo Russ Kleinman, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, April 28, 2009
Astragalus cobrensis, closeup of leaflets, photo Russ Kleinman, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, April 28, 2009
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