Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirta
ID:
212992

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1760

Citation Micro:
Pl. Rar. Afr.: 15 (1760)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212321

Common Names

  • Psoralea hirta
  • Hairy Psoralea
  • Hairy Scurfpea

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Synonyms

  • Otholobium hirtum (L.) C.H.Stirt. [unknown]
  • Rhynchodium hirtum (L.) C.Presl [unknown]
  • Psoralea jacquiniana Sweet [unknown]
  • Lotodes hirta (L.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Psoralea hirta (also called 'Hairy Pea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m high. It is native to the Western Cape Province of South Africa and is found in fynbos and renosterveld vegetation. It has grey-green leaves and blue-purple flowers, and its leaves are covered in stiff hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Psoralea hirta 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 hirta 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 hirta 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 hirta

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

Psoralea hirta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psoralea hirta?

Psoralea hirta

What is the common name of Psoralea hirta?

Common name of Psoralea hirta is hairy psoralea

What is the natural habitat of Psoralea hirta?

Psoralea hirta 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