Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Bello, C.H.Stirt. & Muasya
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys44: 99 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341363
Common Names
- Diturner's Psoralea
- Diturner's Psoralea
- Diturner's Psoralea
Description
Psoralea diturnerae (also called Turner's Psoralea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to South Africa. It is found in subtropical or tropical dry shrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Psoralea diturnerae is used in traditional Mexican medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psoralea diturnerae has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psoralea diturnerae is a tropical evergreen plant native to Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade to full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Psoralea diturnerae
Psoralea diturnerae is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Eastern Cape and Western Cape.
Psoralea diturnerae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psoralea diturnerae?
Psoralea diturnerae
What is the common name of Psoralea diturnerae?
Diturner's Psoralea
Where is Psoralea diturnerae found?
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
Abubakar Bello: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Bello' in the authors string.