Podalyria burchellii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 101 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198007
Common Names
- Podalyria burchellii
- Burchellii Podalyria
- Burchellii Velvet Bean
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- Podalyria lancifolia Eckl. & Zeyh. [valid]
- Podalyria velutina Burch. ex Benth. [valid]
- Podalyria cana Willd. ex Walp. [invalid]
- Aphora burchellii (DC.) Kuntze [valid]
- Aphora velutina (Burch. ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
- Podalyria burchellii albida Walp. [unknown]
Description
Podalyria burchellii (also called Burchell's podalyria, among many other common names) is a species of legume in the Fabaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with a height of up to 2 m. It is native to South Africa and is found in tropical and subtropical regions in the wild. It prefers moist soils and is found in grasslands, forests, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Podalyria burchellii is used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Podalyria burchellii are yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Podalyria burchellii is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.
Where to Find Podalyria burchellii
Podalyria burchellii is native to South Africa. It can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Podalyria burchellii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Podalyria burchellii?
Podalyria burchellii
What is the common name of Podalyria burchellii?
Burchell's Podalyria
What is the family of Podalyria burchellii?
Fabaceae
Species in the Podalyria genus
Podalyria burchellii, Podalyria burchellii, Podalyria calyptrata, Podalyria lanceolata, Podalyria cordata, Podalyria hirsuta, Podalyria leipoldtii, Podalyria microphylla, Podalyria montana, Podalyria myrtillifolia, Podalyria oleaefolia, Podalyria orbicularis, Podalyria pearsonni, Podalyria racemulosa, Podalyria sericea, Podalyria uncinata, Podalyria oleifolia, Podalyria variabilis, Podalyria amoena, Podalyria pearsonii, Podalyria buxifolia, Podalyria biflora,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:515353-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Podalyria burchellii DC.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.