Pearsonia flava - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker f.) Polhill
Source:
ildis
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.29: 390 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211062
Common Names
- Pearsonia Flava
- Flava Pearsonia
- Flava Pearsonia Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pearsonia flava (also called Yellow Pearsonia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows to a height of up to 40 cm. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Pearsonia flava is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat skin infections and reduce inflammation.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pearsonia flava sub. mitwabaensis (Tunp.) PolhillPearsonia flava sub. flava
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pearsonia flava is a yellow, globular flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pearsonia flava is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, sandy soils. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Pearsonia flava
Pearsonia flava is native to South Africa and can be found in grassland and rocky areas.
Pearsonia flava FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pearsonia flava?
Pearsonia flava
What is the common name of Pearsonia flava?
Yellow pearsonia
What type of plant is Pearsonia flava?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant
Species in the Pearsonia genus
Pearsonia madagascariensis, Pearsonia aristata, Pearsonia bracteata, Pearsonia cajanifolia, Pearsonia flava, Pearsonia grandifolia, Pearsonia mesopontica, Pearsonia metallifera, Pearsonia obovata, Pearsonia sessilifolia, Pearsonia uniflora, Pearsonia callistoma, Pearsonia hirsuta, Pearsonia aristata, Pearsonia sessilifolia,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Roger Marcus Polhill (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Polhill' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Pearsonia flava (Baker f.) Polhill: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.