Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monophylla
ID:
213070

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) C.H.Stirt.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot.50: 461 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212399

Common Names

  • Single-Leaved Psoralea
  • Psoralea Monophylla
  • Single-Leaved Bush

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Synonyms

  • Psoralea cordata (L.) T.M.Salter [unknown]
  • Hallia cordata (Jacq.) Thunb. [valid]
  • Hallia monophylla (L.) Schindl. [valid]
  • Hedysarum cordatum Jacq. [valid]
  • Glycine monophylla L. [valid]
  • Psoralea cordata (Jacq.) T.M.Salter [valid]
  • Hedysarum cordatum Thunb. [illegitimate]
  • Hallia cordata burchellii DC. [unknown]

Description

Psoralea monophylla (also called 'One-leaf Babiana', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with a woody rootstock and a single erect stem. It is native to South Africa and grows in grassland, scrub and on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Psoralea monophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psoralea monophylla has small, white, pea-like flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psoralea monophylla is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist until the plants are established.

Where to Find Psoralea monophylla

Psoralea monophylla is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky outcrops.

Psoralea monophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psoralea monophylla?

Psoralea monophylla

What is the common name of Psoralea monophylla?

Monophylla

What is the family of Psoralea monophylla?

Fabaceae

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.
Charles Howard Stirton (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Stirt.' in the authors string.