Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rhombifolium
ID:
172994

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. & A.Gray) Rydb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
N.L.Britton & al. (eds.), N. Amer. Fl.24: 23 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000172323



Common Names

  • Rhombic Indian Breadroot
  • Rhombic-leaved Indian Breadroot
  • Rhombic-leaf Indian Breadroot


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Synonyms

  • Psoralea rhombifolia Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
  • Pediomelum coryi Tharp & F.A.Barkley [valid]
  • Psoralea decipiens M.E.Jones [valid]
  • Lotodes rhombifolium (Torr. & A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Pediomelum brachypus Rydb. [valid]
  • Pediomelum sonorae Rydb. [valid]
  • Psoralea brachypus Standl. [valid]

Description

Pediomelum rhombifolium (also called Rhomboid Pediomelum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has small, yellow flowers and its leaves are composed of three leaflets.

Uses & Benefits

Pediomelum rhombifolium is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is used as a source of firewood, timber, and fodder. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pediomelum rhombifolium is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two small, rhomboid-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pediomelum rhombifolium is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 8-10 inches tall. It is best to plant the seedlings in a sunny location with plenty of space for the shrub to grow.

Where to Find Pediomelum rhombifolium

Pediomelum rhombifolium can be found in the western United States, from California to Texas.

Pediomelum rhombifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pediomelum rhombifolium?

Pediomelum rhombifolium

What is the common name of Pediomelum rhombifolium?

Rhomboid Mahogany

What is the natural habitat of Pediomelum rhombifolium?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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.
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:186577-2: Based on the initial data import