Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ericoides
ID:
185852

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vent.) G.Don

Source:
ildis

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist.2: 120 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185181



Common Names

  • Aotus
  • Ericoides Aotus
  • Heath Aotus


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Synonyms

  • Aotus villosa (Andrews) Sm. [illegitimate]
  • Pultenaea virgata Sieber ex DC. [valid]
  • Pultenaea ericoides Vent. [valid]
  • Pultenaea rosmarinacea Sieber ex Steud. [invalid]
  • Aotus virgata Sieber ex DC. [valid]
  • Daviesia ericoides (Vent.) Pers. [valid]
  • Aotus villosa ferruginea (Labill.) DC. [valid]
  • Aotus ferruginea Labill. [valid]
  • Aotus villosa ericoides (Vent.) DC. [unknown]
  • Pultenaea rosmarinifolia Sieber ex DC. [invalid]
  • Pultenaea villosa Andrews [illegitimate]

Description

Aotus ericoides (also called Heath Aotus, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, from woodlands to heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Aotus ericoides is used as a food crop and forage crop. It is also used as a cover crop to improve soil fertility and structure.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aotus ericoides has yellow flowers with a white center, and its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aotus ericoides is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring and keep the soil moist until germination. Once established, it is relatively low maintenance and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Aotus ericoides

Aotus ericoides can be found in Australia, in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.

Aotus ericoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aotus ericoides?

Aotus ericoides

What is the common name of Aotus ericoides?

Heath Aotus

What is the natural habitat of Aotus ericoides?

It is found in dry, open woodlands and grassy areas

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
Étienne Pierre Ventenat (1757-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vent.' in the authors string.