Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
usitata
ID:
1330785

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.H.Stirt.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot.97: 96 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343239


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Description

Psoralea usitata (also called Common Psoralea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Fabaceae family. It is an annual herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa, and is found in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Psoralea usitata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psoralea usitata has purple flowers with a white lip. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psoralea usitata is an annual herbaceous plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Psoralea usitata

Psoralea usitata can be found in the Middle East.

Psoralea usitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psoralea usitata?

Psoralea usitata

What is the common name of Psoralea usitata?

Common psoralea

Where is Psoralea usitata native to?

South Africa

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

Charles Howard Stirton (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Stirt.' in the authors string.