Status:
valid
Authors:
(Muhl. ex Willd.) Britton
Source:
ildis
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & A.Brown, Ill. Fl. N. U.S.2: 339 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164060
Common Names
- Umbellate Strophostyles
- Umbellate Leadwort
- Umbellate Tick-trefoil
Synonyms
- Phaseolus umbellatus (Muhl. ex Willd.) Britton [valid]
- Glycine umbellata Muhl. ex Willd. [valid]
- Strophostyles umbellata paludigena Fernald [unknown]
- Strophostyles umbellata umbellata [unknown]
Description
Strophostyles umbellata (also called Umbellate Strophostyles, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has yellow-green flowers and grows in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Strophostyles umbellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Strophostyles umbellata are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Strophostyles umbellata is a perennial plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-draining soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Strophostyles umbellata
Strophostyles umbellata can be found in the United States, primarily in the states of Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana.
Strophostyles umbellata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strophostyles umbellata?
Strophostyles umbellata
What is the family of Strophostyles umbellata?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Strophostyles umbellata?
Umbellate Strophostyles
Species in the Strophostyles genus
Species in the Fabaceae family