Thermopsis lanceolata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
214610
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1811
Citation Micro:
W.T.Aiton, Hortus Kew.3: 3 (1811)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000213939
Common Names
- Thermopsis lanceolata
- Lance-leaved Thermopsis
- Lance-leaved False Lupin
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- Thermopsis lupinoides (L.) Link [valid]
- Thermopsis fabacea (Pall.) DC. [valid]
- Sophora fabacea Pall. [valid]
- Sophora lupinoides L. [valid]
- Thermopsis lanceolata lanceolata [unknown]
- Thermopsis sibirica Czefr. [valid]
- Thermopsis lanceolata glabra (Czefr.) Kurbatski [unknown]
- Thermopsis glabra Czefr. [valid]
- Thermopsis orientalis Czefr. [valid]
- Thermia fabacea (Pall.) Spreng. [valid]
- Thermia lupinoides Nutt. [valid]
- Podalyria lupinoides (L.) Lam. [unknown]
- Baptisia lupinoides (L.) Burb. [valid]
- Thermopsis lanceolata glabra (Czefr.) Kurbatski [valid]
- Thermopsis lanceolata glabra (Czefr.) Yakovlev [valid]
- Thermopsis lanceolata sibirica (Czefr.) Kurbatski [valid]
Description
Thermopsis lanceolata (also called Lanceleaf Thermopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is found in grasslands, pastures, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Thermopsis lanceolata is used for its wood, which is strong and durable, and is used for making furniture, fence posts, and railway ties. It is also used for its fragrant flowers, which are used in perfumes and soaps.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thermopsis lanceolata has small, yellow flowers with a long spur and a hairy calyx. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are hairy and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thermopsis lanceolata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Thermopsis lanceolata
Thermopsis lanceolata is native to eastern North America. It is found in dry, sandy habitats, such as savannas and woodlands.
Thermopsis lanceolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thermopsis lanceolata?
Thermopsis lanceolata
What is the common name of Thermopsis lanceolata?
Lanceleaf Thermopsis
What is the natural habitat of Thermopsis lanceolata?
It is found in temperate forests in North America
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
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Thermopsis lanceolata R.Br.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.