Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
palmeri
ID:
210856

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ockendon) J.W.Grimes

Source:
ildis

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot.20: 213 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210185



Common Names

  • Pediomelum palmeri
  • Palmer's Indian Breadroot
  • Palmer's Breadroot


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Synonyms

  • Psoralea palmeri Ockendon [invalid]
  • Pediomelum ockendonii Gandhi & Kartesz [valid]
  • Psoralea palmeri Ockendon [unknown]

Description

Pediomelum palmeri (also called Palmer's 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 palmeri is used as a forage crop and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pediomelum palmeri 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 palmeri 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 palmeri should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Pediomelum palmeri

Pediomelum palmeri 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 palmeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pediomelum palmeri?

Pediomelum palmeri

What are the common names of Pediomelum palmeri?

Palmer's pediomelum, Palmer's false indigo, Palmer's pediomelum

What is the natural habitat of Pediomelum palmeri?

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

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.
David Jeffery Ockendon (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ockendon' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:962325-1: Based on the initial data import