Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
linearifolium
ID:
210729

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. & A.Gray) J.W.Grimes

Source:
ildis

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.61: 72 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210058



Common Names

  • Linearifolium Pediomelum
  • Linearifolium Indian Breadroot
  • Linearifolium Prairie Turnip


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Synonyms

  • Psoralea linearifolia Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
  • Psoralidium linearifolium (Torr. & A.Gray) Rydb. [valid]
  • Lotodes linearifolium (Torr. & A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Psoralea linearifolia robusta J.M.Coult. [valid]
  • Psoralidium linearifolium palodurense Tharp & F.A.Barkley [valid]
  • Psoralidium linearifolium texense Tharp & F.A.Barkley [valid]

Description

Pediomelum linearifolium (also called 'Linear-Leaved Pediomelum', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Americas. It has yellow flowers and its fruits are pods containing up to 4 seeds. It is found in dry and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pediomelum linearifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pediomelum linearifolium 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 linearifolium 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 linearifolium

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

Pediomelum linearifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pediomelum linearifolium?

Pediomelum linearifolium

What is the common name of Pediomelum linearifolium?

Linear-leaved Pediomelum

What is the natural habitat of Pediomelum linearifolium?

Dry, rocky soils

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.
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:962323-1: Based on the initial data import