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Pea (Fabaceae)

ISM Herbarium : Prairie Herbs : Pea (Fabaceae)

Lespdeza capitata (Bush Clover)
This specimen of Bush Clover is the top of a stem, with branching to form the flower heads. The leaves are alternate and hairy. The plant grows up to six feet tall in dry and sandy prairies.

Collection of the Illinois State Museum
ISM Herbarium Sheet #: 85016

<i>Lespdeza capitata</i> (Bush Clover)

ISM Herbarium : Prairie Herbs : Pea (Fabaceae)

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