Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
digitatum
ID:
210869

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. & A.Gray) Isely

Source:
ildis

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Sida11: 430 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210198



Common Names

  • Pediomelum digitatum
  • Fingerleaf Indian Breadroot
  • Fingerleaf Breadroot


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Synonyms

  • Psoralea digitata parvifolia Shinners [valid]
  • Psoralea digitata Nutt. [valid]
  • Psoralidium digitatum (Nutt.) Rydb. [valid]
  • Psoralea digitata digitata [unknown]
  • Pediomelum digitatum parvifolium (Shinners) Gandhi & L.E.Br. [valid]
  • Lotodes campestre (Nutt.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Lotodes digitata (Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Psoralea campestris Nutt. [valid]

Description

Pediomelum digitatum (also called Finger-leaved Indian-bread, among many other common names) is an erect, perennial herb with yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. 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 digitatum is used as a forage crop and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pediomelum digitatum 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 digitatum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the western United States. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil. Once established, Pediomelum digitatum should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Pediomelum digitatum

Pediomelum digitatum 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 digitatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pediomelum digitatum?

Pediomelum digitatum

What are the common names of Pediomelum digitatum?

Finger-leaved pediomelum, finger-leaved false indigo, finger-leaved pediomelum

What is the natural habitat of Pediomelum digitatum?

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

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Duane Isely (1918-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Isely' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:282261-2: Based on the initial data import