Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simplex
ID:
173001

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt.) Rydb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.24: 6 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172330

Common Names

  • Common Orbextail
  • Simple Orbextail
  • Simple-leaved Orbextail

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Synonyms

  • Psoralea simplex Nutt. [valid]
  • Lotodes simplex (Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Psoralea palustris Bush [valid]

Description

Orbexilum simplex (also called littleleaf leadplant, prairie leadplant, and wild licorice, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Great Plains of North America. It typically grows in dry, open prairies and grasslands, as well as in disturbed areas such as roadsides. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Orbexilum simplex is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a food source and forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orbexilum simplex 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 simplex 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 simplex

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

Orbexilum simplex FAQ

What is the common name of Orbexilum simplex?

Slender jointvetch

What is the natural habitat of Orbexilum simplex?

Dry prairies, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

What is the flower color of Orbexilum simplex?

White or pale blue

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:175708-2: Based on the initial data import