Prairie Turnip Plant
Prairie Turnip (Psoralea esculenta) grows up to 3 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, low moisture, and is both edible and medicinal.
Habit
Herb
Height
0.3 to 0.5 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Low
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
North America
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
15°C to 25°C
Humidity (%)
50% to 60%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
0.1 to 0.2 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.4 to 0.7 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
1 to 2 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
3 to 5 years
Health Benefits
Forage, Medicinal
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Rust, Downy Mildew, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot
Brown or black lesions on leaves, Reddish or orange pustules on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves, Distorted leaves and sticky residue, Wilting and stunted growth
Neem oil, Compost tea, sulfur spray, improve air circulation, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole ,Sulfur-based fungicides, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· High in protein and fiber
· Rich in essential vitamins like vitamin C and B-complex
Traditionally used for digestive and immune health