Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pallida
ID:
498534

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desf.) B.H.Choi & H.Ohashi

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Taxon52: 575 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497866

Common Names

  • Sulla Pallida
  • Pallida Sulla
  • Pallida Wild Potato

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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum pallidum Desf. [valid]
  • Hedysarum atlanticum Pomel [valid]
  • Hedysarum intactum Pomel [valid]
  • Hedysarum pallidum intactum (Pomel) Batt. [valid]
  • Hedysarum pallidum atlanticum (Pomel) Batt. [valid]

Description

Sulla pallida (also called Pale Sulla, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is found in open grasslands, savannas and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sulla pallida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sulla pallida is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sulla pallida is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in summer. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it in spring and summer.

Where to Find Sulla pallida

Sulla pallida is found in the southwestern United States, from Arizona to Texas.

Sulla pallida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sulla pallida?

Sulla pallida

What type of plant is Sulla pallida?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Sulla pallida?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.
Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Byoung Hee Choi (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.H.Choi' in the authors string.