Pediomelum canescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canescens
ID:
210723
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Michx.) Rydb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1919
Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.24: 18 (1919)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210052
Common Names
- Canescens Pediomelum
- Canescens Indian Breadroot
- Canescens Prairie Turnip
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- Psoralea canescens Michx. [valid]
- Lotodes canescens (Michx.) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Pediomelum canescens (also called Gray-Leaved Indian Breadroot, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It has a height of up to 0.6 m and has white-pink flowers. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is commonly found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Pediomelum canescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pediomelum canescens has yellow flowers with purple centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have green leaves with yellow veins.
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Pediomelum canescens is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical America. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in well-drained soil. Once established, it can be propagated by division or cuttings.
Where to Find Pediomelum canescens
Pediomelum canescens can be found in the Central Coast of California, USA.
Pediomelum canescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pediomelum canescens?
Pediomelum canescens
What is the common name of Pediomelum canescens?
Canescent Pediomelum
What is the natural habitat of Pediomelum canescens?
Dry, rocky soils
Species in the Pediomelum genus
Pediomelum cuspidatum, Pediomelum cyphocalyx, Pediomelum hypogaeum, Pediomelum rhombifolium, Pediomelum subacaule, Pediomelum canescens, Pediomelum castoreum, Pediomelum esculentum, Pediomelum linearifolium, Pediomelum megalanthum, Pediomelum mephiticum, Pediomelum argophyllum, Pediomelum latestipulatum, Pediomelum palmeri, Pediomelum digitatum, Pediomelum aromaticum, Pediomelum pentaphyllum, Pediomelum piedmontanum, Pediomelum californicum, Pediomelum pentaphyllum, Pediomelum reverchonii, Pediomelum pariense, Pediomelum tenuiflorum, Pediomelum verdiense, Pediomelum humile,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:186560-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Pediomelum canescens (Michx.) Rydb.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.