Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
polydenius
ID:
170199

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr.) Rydb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.24: 46 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169528

Common Names

  • Polydenius Psorothamnus
  • Polydenius Spinypod
  • Polydenius Indigobush

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Synonyms

  • Parosela polydenia (Torr.) A.Heller [valid]
  • Dalea polydenia S.Watson [unknown]
  • Dalea polydenia Torr. [valid]

Description

Psorothamnus polydenius (also called Many-spined Psorothamnus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and is found in dry, open areas. It has yellow flowers and its leaves are alternate and bipinnately compound.

Uses & Benefits

Psorothamnus polydenius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psorothamnus polydenius var. jonesii Barneby
Psorothamnus polydenius var. polydenius

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psorothamnus polydenius is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psorothamnus polydenius is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate drought and is moderately frost-hardy.

Where to Find Psorothamnus polydenius

Psorothamnus polydenius can be found in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico.

Psorothamnus polydenius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psorothamnus polydenius?

Psorothamnus polydenius

What are the common names of Psorothamnus polydenius?

Many-seeded Indigobush, Many-seeded Psorothamnus

What is the natural habitat of Psorothamnus polydenius?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.