Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pearsonii
ID:
1057473

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Phillips

Source:
tro

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Ann. S. African Mus. 9: 119 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001056811



Common Names

  • Podalyria pearsonii
  • Pearson's Podalyria
  • Pearson's Butterfly Bush


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Uses & Benefits

Podalyria pearsonii is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine. It has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, and is used to treat skin conditions, wounds, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: pink, star-shaped with five petals. Seed: small, dark brown. Seedlings: thin, upright stems with small, oval leaves.

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Where to Find Podalyria pearsonii

Podalyria pearsonii can be found in the Cape Provinces of South Africa.

Species in the Fabaceae family