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Roundleaf Leather Root, scientifically known as Psoralea orbicularis, is a perennial herb native to California and the northwest region of Mexico. Roundleaf Leather Root (Latin: Psoralea orbicularis, family Fabaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Roundleaf Leather Root is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Roundleaf Leather Root is a member of the Fabaceae family native to CAL and MXN. Roundleaf Leather Root thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Roundleaf Leather Root grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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