Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uncinata
ID:
213032

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 231 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212361

Common Names

  • Uncinata Psoralea
  • Psoralea Uncinata
  • Uncinata Bush

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Synonyms

  • Otholobium uncinatum (Eckl. & Zeyh.) C.H.Stirt. [unknown]
  • Psoralea cephalotes E.Mey. [illegitimate]
  • Psoralea dregeana Steud. [unknown]
  • Lotodes uncinata (Eckl. & Zeyh.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Psoralea uncinata (also called 'Hooked 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, and its leaves have hooked tips.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psoralea uncinata 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 uncinata is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. When growing from seed, sow the seeds in spring in a sunny location. When dividing, divide the plant in early spring or late autumn. Plant the divisions in a sunny location and water them well.

Where to Find Psoralea uncinata

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

Psoralea uncinata FAQ

What type of plant is Psoralea uncinata?

Psoralea uncinata is a perennial shrub.

Where is Psoralea uncinata found?

Psoralea uncinata is found in South Africa.

What is the habitat of Psoralea uncinata?

Psoralea uncinata is found in dry, rocky areas.

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.