Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinnata
ID:
213077

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 762 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212406

Common Names

  • Psoralea Pinnata
  • Baboon Poison
  • Devil's Eye

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Synonyms

  • Ruteria africana Medik. [illegitimate]
  • Ruteria pinnata (L.) Medik. [valid]
  • Psoralea altissima Bertol. [valid]
  • Psoralea conferta Bertol. [valid]
  • Psoralea decidua Sieber ex Walp. [invalid]
  • Lotodes pinnata (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Psoralea tenuifolia Eckl. & Zeyh. [illegitimate]

Description

Psoralea pinnata (also called 'Pinnate 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 pinnata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psoralea pinnata 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 pinnata 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 pinnata

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

Psoralea pinnata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psoralea pinnata?

Psoralea pinnata

What is the common name of Psoralea pinnata?

Pinnata

What is the family of Psoralea pinnata?

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