Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
mollis
ID:
195597

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Michx.) A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194926



Common Names

  • Thermopsis mollis
  • Mollis Thermopsis
  • Soft Thermopsis


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Description

Thermopsis mollis (also called 'Soft Thermopsis', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a woody rootstock and grows up to 1 m tall. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Thermopsis mollis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of yellow dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thermopsis mollis has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thermopsis mollis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings of about 5-7 cm in length and root them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for the cuttings to root.

Where to Find Thermopsis mollis

Thermopsis mollis can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Oregon.

Thermopsis mollis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Thermopsis mollis?

Thermopsis mollis is native to Iran.

What is the flowering period of Thermopsis mollis?

Thermopsis mollis typically flowers in the spring.

What is the average height of Thermopsis mollis?

Thermopsis mollis typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:927937-1: Based on the initial data import