Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pedunculatum
ID:
172992

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mill.) Rydb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.24: 7 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172321

Common Names

  • Pedunculate Orbexilum
  • Pedunculate Orbexilum
  • Pedunculate Orbexilum

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Synonyms

  • Desmodium pedunculatum (Mill.) DC. [valid]
  • Psoralea pedunculata (Mill.) Vail [illegitimate]
  • Hedysarum pedunculatum Mill. [valid]
  • Orbexilum pedunculatum eglandulosum (Elliott) Isely [unknown]
  • Psoralea eglandulosa Elliott [unknown]
  • Psoralea psoralioides eglandulosa (Elliott) F.L.Freeman [unknown]

Description

Orbexilum pedunculatum (also called Pedunculate Orbexilum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has small, yellow flowers and its leaves are composed of three leaflets.

Uses & Benefits

Orbexilum pedunculatum is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is used as a source of firewood, timber, and fodder. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Orbexilum pedunculatum var. pedunculatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orbexilum pedunculatum is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orbexilum pedunculatum is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 8-10 inches tall. It is best to plant the seedlings in a sunny location with plenty of space for the shrub to grow.

Where to Find Orbexilum pedunculatum

Orbexilum pedunculatum can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida.

Orbexilum pedunculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orbexilum pedunculatum?

Orbexilum pedunculatum

What is the common name of Orbexilum pedunculatum?

Pedunculated Mahogany

What is the natural habitat of Orbexilum pedunculatum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.