Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mundiana
ID:
213000

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 228 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212329

Common Names

  • Psoralea mundiana
  • Mundi Psoralea
  • Mundi Scurfpea

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Synonyms

  • Psoralea spathulata E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Otholobium mundianum (Eckl. & Zeyh.) C.H.Stirt. [unknown]
  • Lotodes mundtiana (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Psoralea mundiana (also called 'Common Pea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 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.

Uses & Benefits

Psoralea mundiana is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psoralea mundiana 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 mundiana 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 mundiana

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

Psoralea mundiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psoralea mundiana?

Psoralea mundiana

What is the common name of Psoralea mundiana?

Common name of Psoralea mundiana is round-leaved psoralea

What is the natural habitat of Psoralea mundiana?

Psoralea mundiana 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

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.