Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bracteolata
ID:
195384

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 229 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194713

Common Names

  • Psoralea bracteolata
  • Bracted psoralea
  • Bracted Psoralea

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Synonyms

  • Otholobium bracteolatum (Eckl. & Zeyh.) C.H.Stirt. [unknown]

Description

Psoralea bracteolata (also called Bracted Psoralea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South Africa, and is found in dry scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psoralea bracteolata is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ache. It is also used as an astringent and antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psoralea bracteolata has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are thin, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psoralea bracteolata is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil. The plant should be grown in full sun and requires regular watering.

Where to Find Psoralea bracteolata

Psoralea bracteolata is native to South Africa and can be found in open grasslands and woodlands. It is also available from nurseries.

Psoralea bracteolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psoralea bracteolata?

Psoralea bracteolata

What is the common name of Psoralea bracteolata?

Bracted Psoralea

What is the habitat of Psoralea bracteolata?

Dry, rocky hillsides

Species in the Psoralea genus

Psoralea mexicana, Psoralea affinis, Psoralea oligophylla, Psoralea speciosa, Psoralea aculeata, Psoralea aphylla, Psoralea arborea, Psoralea axillaris, Psoralea ensifolia, Psoralea fascicularis, Psoralea filifolia, Psoralea glabra, Psoralea glaucescens, Psoralea glaucina, Psoralea gueinzii, Psoralea implexa, Psoralea keetii, Psoralea laevigata, Psoralea monophylla, Psoralea odoratissima, Psoralea oreophila, Psoralea pinnata, Psoralea plauta, Psoralea restioides, Psoralea tenuissima, Psoralea triflora, Psoralea trullata, Psoralea verrucosa, Psoralea peratica, Psoralea cataracta, Psoralea margaretiflora, Psoralea fleta, Psoralea angustifolia, Psoralea repens, Psoralea tenuifolia, Psoralea alata, Psoralea asarina, Psoralea imbricata, Psoralea laxa, Psoralea keetii, Psoralea abbottii, Psoralea forbesiae, Psoralea diturnerae, Psoralea vanberkeliae, Psoralea gigantea, Psoralea usitata, Psoralea brilliantissima, Psoralea elegans, Psoralea floccosa, Psoralea imminens,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.