Pediomelum castoreum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
castoreum
ID:
210724
Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.Watson) Rydb.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1919
Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.24: 22 (1919)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210053
Common Names
- Castoreum Pediomelum
- Castoreum Indian Breadroot
- Castoreum Prairie Turnip
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- Psoralea castorea S.Watson [valid]
- Lotodes castoreum (S.Watson) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Pediomelum castoreum (also called Beaver 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 castoreum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pediomelum castoreum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pediomelum castoreum 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 castoreum
Pediomelum castoreum can be found in the Central Coast of California, USA.
Pediomelum castoreum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pediomelum castoreum?
Pediomelum castoreum
What is the common name of Pediomelum castoreum?
Beaver Pediomelum
What is the natural habitat of Pediomelum castoreum?
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
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:186561-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Pediomelum castoreum (S.Watson) Rydb.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.