Orbexilum pedunculatum

Also Known As

Orbixilum pedunculatum
Psoralea psoralioides
Sampson's Snakeroot

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 12"-32"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

2a-10b

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Orbexilum pedunculatum plant details

Orbexilum pedunculatum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Orbexilum pedunculatum

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 32 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, clumping, rock garden, unique, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Orbexilum pedunculatum

USDA Zones: 2a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: erosion
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Here’s a cool groundcover that is actually native to the Southwest United States. It forms a dense mat of glossy, green, three-fingered leaves that are almost tropical looking. It spreads by short rhizomes, so it would be good for stabilizing a sunny slope. The flower spikes are blue-purple & occur May thru July. The seeds are a nutritious food source for wildlife, like quail & wild turkeys.