Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
farcta
ID:
213256

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Banks & Sol.) J.F.Macbr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb.59: 17 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212585



Common Names

  • Prosopis farcta
  • Farcta Prosopis
  • Prosopis


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Synonyms

  • Mimosa farcta Banks & Sol. [unknown]
  • Mimosa stephaniana M.Bieb. [valid]
  • Lagonychium farctum (Banks & Sol.) Bobrov [valid]
  • Lagonychium stephanianum (M.Bieb.) M.Bieb. [valid]
  • Mimosa arvensis Sieber ex Steud. [invalid]
  • Mimosa agrestis Sieber ex Spreng. [valid]
  • Mimosa micrantha Vahl ex Walp. [valid]
  • Pleuromenes heterocarpa Raf. [valid]
  • Acacia heterocarpa Delile [valid]
  • Acacia persica Sterler ex Steud. [valid]
  • Acacia stephaniana (M.Bieb.) Willd. [valid]
  • Prosopis stephaniana (M.Bieb.) Kunth ex Spreng. [valid]
  • Mimosa farcta Banks & Sol. [valid]
  • Prosopis farcta glabra Burkart [valid]

Description

Prosopis farcta (also called P. farcta, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has grey-green leaves. It is found in grasslands, meadows and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Prosopis farcta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Prosopis farcta is yellow, with a long, cylindrical corolla, and the seed is a small, oblong, flattened pod. The seedlings are small, with a single, rounded cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prosopis farcta is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Prosopis farcta

Prosopis farcta can be found in the Middle East, including Iran, Iraq, and Turkey.

Prosopis farcta FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Prosopis farcta?

Prosopis farcta prefers a soil pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Prosopis farcta?

Prosopis farcta prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the optimal light exposure for Prosopis farcta?

Prosopis farcta prefers full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Daniel Solander (1733-1782): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sol.' in the authors string.
Joseph Banks (1743-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Banks' in the authors string.