Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
physodes
ID:
193240

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Douglas ex Hook.) J.W.Grimes

Source:
ildis

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.61: 53 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192569



Common Names

  • Physodes Rupertia
  • Rupertia physodes
  • Physodes' Rupertia


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Synonyms

  • Psoralea physodes Hook. [unknown]
  • Hoita physodes (Douglas ex Hook.) Rydb. [valid]
  • Lotodes physodes (Douglas) Kuntze [valid]
  • Psoralea physodes Douglas ex Hook. [valid]

Description

Rupertia physodes (also called Mountain Rupertia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to California and Oregon. It has an upright, spreading form and its leaves are alternate, obovate, and dark green. It is found in dry, rocky, open areas, often in chaparral or oak woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Rupertia physodes is used as a source of firewood, timber, and fodder. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and as a source of tannin for leather tanning.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rupertia physodes has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rupertia physodes is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay. It prefers full sun or partial shade and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots in late summer or autumn and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Rupertia physodes

Rupertia physodes can be found in the western United States, from California to Washington.

Rupertia physodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rupertia physodes?

Rupertia physodes

What is the common name of Rupertia physodes?

Blunt-leaved rupertia

What is the natural habitat of Rupertia physodes?

Dry prairies, open woods, and roadsides

Species in the Rupertia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
David Douglas (1799-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Douglas' in the authors string.
James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.