Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
umbellata
ID:
164731

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

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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.

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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 Fabaceae family

References

Gotthilf Heinrich Ernst Muhlenberg (1753-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muhl.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.