Orbexilum psoralioides - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Walter) Vincent
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron2014-36: 2 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339609
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Orbexilum psoralioides (also called American jointvetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is an annual herb growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States, specifically in the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. It is found in open woodlands, dry fields, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Orbexilum psoralioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Orbexilum psoralioides has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small with lanceolate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Orbexilum psoralioides is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagate by seed or division.
Where to Find Orbexilum psoralioides
Orbexilum psoralioides is native to the United States and can be found in the states of Texas and Oklahoma.
Orbexilum psoralioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orbexilum psoralioides?
Orbexilum psoralioides
What type of plant is Orbexilum psoralioides?
It is a perennial
Where does Orbexilum psoralioides grow?
It is native to the United States
Species in the Orbexilum genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Thomas Walter (1740-1789): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walter' in the authors string.
Michael A. Vincent (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vincent' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77140002-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Orbexilum psoralioides (Walter) Vincent: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.