Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
involucrata
ID:
187300

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) B.-E.van Wyk & A.L.Schutte

Source:
ildis

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.44: 420 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186629

Common Names

  • Polhillia Involucrata
  • Involucrate Polhillia
  • Involucrate Polhillia

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Synonyms

  • Psoralea involucrata Thunb. [valid]
  • Melolobium involucratum (Thunb.) C.H.Stirt. [valid]
  • Argyrolobium involucratum (Thunb.) Harv. [valid]
  • Genista involucrata (Thunb.) Briq. [illegitimate]

Description

Polhillia involucrata (also called Involucrate Polhillia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical Africa. It has small white flowers and trifoliate leaves. It prefers moist soils and can be found in grasslands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Polhillia involucrata is used as a forage crop for livestock and as a green manure crop. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polhillia involucrata is a small, white to pink flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, flat seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polhillia involucrata is a perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, fertile soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm location until they are established.

Where to Find Polhillia involucrata

Polhillia involucrata can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Polhillia involucrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polhillia involucrata?

Polhillia involucrata

What is the common name of Polhillia involucrata?

Involucrate Polhillia

What is the natural habitat of Polhillia involucrata?

It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Ben-Erik van Wyk (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.-E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
Anne Lise Schutte (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Schutte' in the authors string.