Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
thompsoniae
ID:
169442

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vail) R.L.Welsh & N.D.Atwood

Source:
ildis

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Great Basin Naturalist35: 354 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168771

Common Names

  • Psorothamnus thompsoniae
  • Thompson's Psorothamnus
  • Thompson's Desert-thorn

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Synonyms

  • Parosela thompsonae Vail [unknown]
  • Dalea thompsonae (Vail) L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Psorothamnus thompsonae thompsonae [unknown]
  • Parosela thompsoniae Vail [unknown]
  • Dalea thompsoniae (Vail) L.O.Williams [unknown]

Description

Psorothamnus thompsoniae (also called Thompson's Psorothamnus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are bipinnate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Psorothamnus thompsoniae is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, and as a windbreak. It is also used for its timber, which is used to make furniture, and for firewood.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psorothamnus thompsoniae var. whitingii (Kearney & Peebles) Barneby
Psorothamnus thompsoniae var. thompsoniae

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psorothamnus thompsoniae is white or yellowish-white, with a tubular shape and five petals. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped bean. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psorothamnus thompsoniae is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or air layering.

Where to Find Psorothamnus thompsoniae

Psorothamnus thompsoniae is native to the southwestern United States, and can be found in the deserts of Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah.

Psorothamnus thompsoniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psorothamnus thompsoniae?

Psorothamnus thompsoniae

What is the common name of Psorothamnus thompsoniae?

Thompson's Psorothamnus

Where is Psorothamnus thompsoniae native to?

Brazil

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Stanley Larson Welsh (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Welsh' in the authors string.
Nephi Duane Atwood (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.D.Atwood' in the authors string.
Anna Murray Vail (1863-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vail' in the authors string.