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Psoralea

Psoralea

9.9
A group of small shrubs and herbs with purple or white flowers
  • noun
  • /səˈrālə/
  • Specialized
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  • A purple-flowered Psoralea shrub added color and texture to the native plant garden.

Examples

  • The species of Psoralea are commonly found in dry, open habitats in many parts of the world.

  • Botanists have identified several medicinal properties in the roots of Psoralea plants.

  • The Psoralea plant thrives in warm climates.

  • Many species of Psoralea are used in traditional medicine.

  • A purple-flowered Psoralea shrub added color and texture to the native plant garden.

  • Botanists have identified several medicinal properties in the roots of Psoralea plants.

  • Many species of Psoralea are used in traditional medicine.

Surface Forms

Psoralea singular
Psoraleas plural

Etymology

Psoralea comes from the Greek root psora, meaning 'itch', and you can see the same root in psoriasis. These plants were once used for skin problems, so the name helps you remember that Psoralea is a group of herbs and shrubs.