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Orbexilum simplex
Orbexilum simplex (Nutt. ex Torr. & A. Gray) Rydb.
Singlestem Leather-root
Fabaceae (Pea family)
Synonym(s): Psoralea simplex
USDA Symbol: ORSI
USDA Native Status: L48 (N)
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Herb
Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
Fruit Type: Legume
Size Notes: Up to about 3 feet tall.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: PurpleBloom Time: Mar , Apr , May , Jun
Distribution
USA: AL , AR , IL , LA , MS , OK , TXNational Wetland Indicator Status
Region: | AGCP | AK | AW | CB | EMP | GP | HI | MW | NCNE | WMVE |
Status: | FAC | FAC | FAC | FAC |
Web Reference
Webref 23 - Southwest Environmental Information Network (2009) SEINet - Arizona ChapterAdditional resources
USDA: Find Orbexilum simplex in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Orbexilum simplex in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Orbexilum simplex
Metadata
Record Modified: 2023-08-02Research By: Joseph A. Marcus