Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
esculentum
ID:
210725

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pursh) Rydb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.24: 20 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210054



Common Names

  • Esculentum Pediomelum
  • Esculentum Indian Breadroot
  • Esculentum Prairie Turnip


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Synonyms

  • Psoralea esculenta Pursh [valid]
  • Lotodes esculentum (Pursh) Kuntze [valid]
  • Psoralea brachiata Douglas ex Hook. [valid]
  • Psoralea fruticosa Kellogg [illegitimate]

Description

Pediomelum esculentum (also called Edible 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 esculentum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pediomelum esculentum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Pediomelum esculentum 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 esculentum

Pediomelum esculentum can be found in the Central Coast of California, USA.

Pediomelum esculentum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pediomelum esculentum?

Pediomelum esculentum

What is the common name of Pediomelum esculentum?

Edible Pediomelum

What is the natural habitat of Pediomelum esculentum?

Dry, rocky soils

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Frederick Traugott Pursh (1774-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pursh' 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:186566-2: Based on the initial data import