Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
argophyllum
ID:
210850

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pursh) J.W.Grimes

Source:
ildis

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.61: 69 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210179



Common Names

  • Pediomelum argophyllum
  • Argophyllum Pediomelum
  • Pediomelum's Argophyllum


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Synonyms

  • Psoralea argophylla Pursh [valid]
  • Psoralidium argophyllum (Pursh) Rydb. [valid]
  • Psoralea incana Nutt. [valid]
  • Lotodes argophyllum (Pursh) Kuntze [valid]
  • Psoralea collina Rydb. [valid]
  • Psoralidium collinum Rydb. [valid]
  • Psoralea argophylla robustior Bates [valid]
  • Psoralea argophylla decumbens A.Gray [valid]

Description

Pediomelum argophyllum (also called Silver-leaf Indian-bread, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with silvery-gray foliage and yellow flowers. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open areas such as hillsides, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Pediomelum argophyllum is used as a forage crop and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pediomelum argophyllum has yellow flowers with a tubular shape and a long spur. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are hairy and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pediomelum argophyllum is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or division in early spring. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Division can be done by carefully digging up the plant and dividing the roots into several sections. Replant the divisions in a sunny location and keep them well watered.

Where to Find Pediomelum argophyllum

Pediomelum argophyllum is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky soils in the western states of California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona.

Pediomelum argophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pediomelum argophyllum?

Pediomelum argophyllum

What are the common names of Pediomelum argophyllum?

Silver-leaf pediomelum, silver-leafed pediomelum, silver-leaf false indigo

What is the natural habitat of Pediomelum argophyllum?

It is found in dry open woodland, bushland, and grassland

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Frederick Traugott Pursh (1774-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pursh' in the authors string.
James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:962321-1: Based on the initial data import