Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
latestipulatum
ID:
210852

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Shinners) Mahler

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Sida12: 250 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210181

Common Names

  • Pediomelum latestipulatum
  • Indian breadroot
  • Prairie turnip

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Synonyms

  • Psoralea latestipulata Shinners [valid]
  • Psoralea latestipulata latestipulata [unknown]

Description

Pediomelum latestipulatum (also called Late-stipuled Indian-bread, among many other common names) is an erect, perennial herb with yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open areas such as hillsides, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Pediomelum latestipulatum is used as a forage crop and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pediomelum latestipulatum var. appressum (Ockendon) Gandhi & L.E.Br.
Pediomelum latestipulatum var. latestipulatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pediomelum latestipulatum has yellow flowers with a tubular shape and a long spur. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are hairy and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pediomelum latestipulatum is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or division in early spring. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Division can be done by carefully digging up the plant and dividing the roots into several sections. Replant the divisions in a sunny location and keep them well watered.

Where to Find Pediomelum latestipulatum

Pediomelum latestipulatum is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky soils in the western states of California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona.

Pediomelum latestipulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pediomelum latestipulatum?

Pediomelum latestipulatum

What are the common names of Pediomelum latestipulatum?

Late-stipuled pediomelum, late-stipuled false indigo, late-stipuled pediomelum

What is the natural habitat of Pediomelum latestipulatum?

It is found in dry open woodland, bushland, and grassland

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Lloyd Herbert Shinners (1918-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shinners' in the authors string.
William F. Mahler (1930-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mahler' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:282265-2: Based on the initial data import