Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vanberkeliae
ID:
1328910

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.H.Stirt., A.Bello & Muasya

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys44: 102 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341364

Common Names

  • Vanberkel's Psoralea
  • Vanberkel's Psoralea
  • Vanberkel's Psoralea

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Description

Psoralea vanberkeliae (also called Van Berkel's Psoralea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to South Africa. It is found in subtropical or tropical dry shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Psoralea vanberkeliae is used in traditional Mexican medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psoralea vanberkeliae has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psoralea vanberkeliae is a tropical evergreen plant native to Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade to full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Psoralea vanberkeliae

Psoralea vanberkeliae is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Eastern Cape and Western Cape.

Psoralea vanberkeliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psoralea vanberkeliae?

Psoralea vanberkeliae

What is the common name of Psoralea vanberkeliae?

Van Berkel's Psoralea

Where is Psoralea vanberkeliae found?

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.
A. Muthama Muasya (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muasya' in the authors string.
Abubakar Bello: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Bello' in the authors string.