Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fruticans
ID:
212985

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Druce

Source:
ildis

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Exch. Club Soc. Brit. Isles3: 422 (1913 publ. 1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212314

Common Names

  • Psoralea fruticans
  • Shrubby Psoralea
  • Shrubby Scurfpea

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Synonyms

  • Trifolium fruticans L. [unknown]
  • Psoralea cuneifolia Dum.Cours. [unknown]
  • Lotodes fruticans (L.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Otholobium fruticans (L.) C.H.Stirt. [unknown]
  • Psoralea bracteata P.J.Bergius [unknown]
  • Psoralea cephalotes C.Presl ex J.Presl [unknown]
  • Psoralea densa E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Dorychnium bracteatum Moench [unknown]
  • Psoralea fruticosa Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Psoralea fruticans (also called 'Bushveld Pea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m high. It is native to the Limpopo and Mpumalanga Provinces of South Africa and is found in bushveld and grassland habitats. It has grey-green leaves and blue-purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psoralea fruticans 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 fruticans

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

Psoralea fruticans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psoralea fruticans?

Psoralea fruticans

What is the common name of Psoralea fruticans?

Common name of Psoralea fruticans is shrubby psoralea

What is the natural habitat of Psoralea fruticans?

Psoralea fruticans 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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.