Status:
valid
Authors:
C.H.Stirt.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot.49: 332 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212413
Common Names
- Psoralea Trullata
- Baboon Poison
- Devil's Eye
Description
Psoralea trullata (also called 'Trull's 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 trullata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psoralea trullata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psoralea trullata is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is native to South Africa and is a member of the Fabaceae family. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in late summer or early autumn and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Psoralea trullata
Psoralea trullata is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky outcrops.
Psoralea trullata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psoralea trullata?
Psoralea trullata
What is the common name of Psoralea trullata?
Trullata
What is the family of Psoralea trullata?
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