Status:
valid
Authors:
C.H.Stirt.
Source:
ildis
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot.97: 92 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186366
Common Names
- Blue-leafed Psoralea
- Climbing Psoralea
- Climbing Groundnut
Description
Psoralea pullata (also called Pullata Psoralea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands. It has long, slender stems and small, yellow flowers with a red center.
Uses & Benefits
Psoralea pullata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psoralea pullata is a small, white to pink flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves, and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psoralea pullata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Psoralea pullata
Psoralea pullata is native to the Northern Territory of Australia.
Psoralea pullata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psoralea pullata?
Psoralea pullata
What is the common name of Psoralea pullata?
Pullata Psoralea
What is the natural habitat of Psoralea pullata?
Dry forests and woodlands
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