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Silverleaf Scurfpea

Psoralea argophylla, Fabaceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerDynamic AccumulatorPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Foxtail Prairie CloverDalea leporina
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Splitbeard BluestemAndropogon ternarius
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Mountain RyeSecale montanum

Mountain rye's fibrous root system competes with scurfpea for water and nutrients

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationPrairie RestorationDeep Soil BreakingPollinator Support

Edible Parts

Roots

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Prairie Medicine

Common Questions

What zones does Silverleaf Scurfpea grow in?

Silverleaf Scurfpea grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

Is Silverleaf Scurfpea a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Silverleaf Scurfpea is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Silverleaf Scurfpea?

Good companions for Silverleaf Scurfpea include Foxtail Prairie Clover, Splitbeard Bluestem.

Design guilds with Silverleaf Scurfpea and see companion relationships visually.

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