Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candicans
ID:
212976

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 228 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212305

Common Names

  • Psoralea candicans
  • White Psoralea
  • White Scurfpea

Searching for Psoralea candicans? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Otholobium candicans (Eckl. & Zeyh.) C.H.Stirt. [unknown]
  • Lotodes candicans (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Psoralea hirta Thunb. [illegitimate]

Description

Psoralea candicans (also called White psoralea, White psoralea, and White psoralea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to Africa. It is a perennial herb that grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psoralea candicans is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, inflammation, and stomach problems. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food additive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psoralea candicans has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin stems with small, light green leaves.

Searching for Psoralea candicans? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Psoralea candicans is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. Propagation is by seed, division or cuttings.

Where to Find Psoralea candicans

Psoralea candicans is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Psoralea candicans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psoralea candicans?

Psoralea candicans

What is the common name of Psoralea candicans?

Common name of Psoralea candicans is white-flowered psoralea

What is the natural habitat of Psoralea candicans?

Psoralea candicans is native to South Africa

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.