Thermopsis inflata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inflata
ID:
199812
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cambess.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
V.Jacquemont, Voy. Inde4: 35 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000199141
Common Names
- Thermopsis inflata
- Inflated Thermopsis
- Inflated False Lupine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thermopsis inflata (also called Inflated Thermopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in rocky areas, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Thermopsis inflata is a perennial herb native to China. It is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thermopsis inflata has small, yellow-green flowers that grow in clusters at the ends of stems. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Thermopsis inflata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Thermopsis inflata
Thermopsis inflata can be found in the mountains of Central and Eastern Europe.
Thermopsis inflata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thermopsis inflata?
Thermopsis inflata
What is the common name of Thermopsis inflata?
Inflated thermopsis
Where is Thermopsis inflata found?
It is found in the western United States and Canada
Species in the Thermopsis genus
Thermopsis barbata, Thermopsis chinensis, Thermopsis dolichocarpa, Thermopsis turkestanica, Thermopsis alterniflora, Thermopsis californica, Thermopsis gracilis, Thermopsis macrophylla, Thermopsis mollis, Thermopsis montana, Thermopsis rhombifolia, Thermopsis robusta, Thermopsis villosa, Thermopsis alpina, Thermopsis gyirongensis, Thermopsis inflata, Thermopsis mongolica, Thermopsis hirsutissima, Thermopsis schischkinii, Thermopsis przewalskii, Thermopsis smithiana, Thermopsis yushuensis, Thermopsis bargusinensis, Thermopsis dahurica, Thermopsis jacutica, Thermopsis longicarpa, Thermopsis lanceolata, Thermopsis montana, Thermopsis mollis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Jacques Cambessèdes (1799-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cambess.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Thermopsis inflata Cambess.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.