Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
1055648

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
tro

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 763 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001054986

Common Names

  • Tenuifolia Psoralea
  • White Psoralea
  • Slender-Leaf Psoralea

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Description

Psoralea tenuifolia (also called slender-leaved psoralea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psoralea tenuifolia is used as a medicinal plant, for its timber, and as a living fence.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psoralea tenuifolia has small, white, bell-shaped flowers, which are followed by seed pods that are up to 2 inches long. The seeds are small, black and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two to three pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psoralea tenuifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Psoralea tenuifolia

Psoralea tenuifolia is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

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