Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxa
ID:
1057506

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.M.Salter

Source:
tro

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot.5: 46 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001056844

Common Names

  • Psoralea laxa
  • Lax Psoralea
  • Lax Pea

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Description

Psoralea laxa (also called Common groundsel, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small yellow flowers and grey-green leaves. Native to South Africa, it is found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psoralea laxa is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and in traditional medicine. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, and is used to treat skin conditions, wounds, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Psoralea laxa are white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psoralea laxa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Psoralea laxa

Psoralea laxa can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, and North 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

The Plant List version 1.0, record: ild-7471: Originally associated with wfo-0000212397
The Plant List version 1.1, record: ild-7471: Originally associated with wfo-0000212397
Terence Macleave Salter (1883-1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.M.Salter' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:516152-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Psoralea laxa T.M.Salter: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.