Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
montana
ID:
169063

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. (Torr. & A. Gray) 1(3): 389. 1840 [Jun 1840]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168392

Common Names

  • Pickeringia
  • Mountain Pickeringia
  • Pickeringia Montana

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Synonyms

  • Xylothermia montana tomentosa Abrams [unknown]

Description

Pickeringia montana (also called chaparral pea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to California and Baja California. It grows in chaparral and coastal sage scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pickeringia montana is used as a source of food for humans and animals, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a soil cover crop to improve soil fertility and reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pickeringia montana has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with round leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pickeringia montana can be propagated from seeds, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Pickeringia montana

Pickeringia montana is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as canyons and hillsides.

Pickeringia montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pickeringia montana?

Pickeringia montana

What are the common names of Pickeringia montana?

Mountain pickeringia, pickeringia

What is the natural habitat of Pickeringia montana?

It is native to the western United States

Species in the Pickeringia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-14709: Based on the initial data import
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.