Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
muellerianum
ID:
188664

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maiden & R.T.Baker) I.C.Nielsen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.2: 485 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187993

Common Names

  • Archidendron muellerianum
  • Mueller's Archidendron
  • Archidendron Muellerianum

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Synonyms

  • Pithecellobium muellerianum (Maiden & R.T.Baker) Maiden & Betche [valid]
  • Albizia muelleriana Maiden & R.T.Baker [valid]
  • Abarema muellerana (Maiden & R.T.Baker) Kosterm. [valid]

Description

Archidendron muellerianum (also called Yellow Jacaranda, among many other common names) is a large shrub or small tree native to Australia. It has large, bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats including rainforests, woodlands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Archidendron muellerianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive white flowers. It is also used as a source of food and medicine in some areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Archidendron muellerianum has yellow flowers with 5 petals. Its seeds are small, brown and round-shaped. Its seedlings have small, round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archidendron muellerianum is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2m. It prefers well-drained soils in a sunny position and is frost tolerant. Propagation is from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer from semi-hardwood cuttings.

Where to Find Archidendron muellerianum

Archidendron muellerianum can be found in the south-west of Western Australia, in the area between Perth and Albany.

Archidendron muellerianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Archidendron muellerianum?

Archidendron muellerianum

What is the common name of Archidendron muellerianum?

Mueller's Archidendron

Where does Archidendron muellerianum grow?

Archidendron muellerianum is native to Australia and grows in open forest and woodlands.

Species in the Archidendron genus

Archidendron microcarpum, Archidendron bigeminum, Archidendron clypearia, Archidendron vaillantii, Archidendron pauciflorum, Archidendron hendersonii, Archidendron hirsutum, Archidendron lucyi, Archidendron muellerianum, Archidendron lovelliae, Archidendron whitei, Archidendron ramiflorum, Archidendron grandiflorum, Archidendron lucidum, Archidendron eberhardtii, Archidendron balansae, Archidendron alternifoliolatum, Archidendron turgidum, Archidendron chevalieri, Archidendron tonkinense, Archidendron robinsonii, Archidendron dalatense, Archidendron kerrii, Archidendron utile, Archidendron baucheri, Archidendron bubalinum, Archidendron conspicuum, Archidendron contortum, Archidendron cordifolium, Archidendron ellipticum, Archidendron glomeriflorum, Archidendron jiringa, Archidendron laoticum, Archidendron occultatum, Archidendron pellitum, Archidendron poilanei, Archidendron quocense, Archidendron tetraphyllum, Archidendron globosum, Archidendron arborescens, Archidendron alatum, Archidendron apoense, Archidendron aruense, Archidendron beguinii, Archidendron bellum, Archidendron borneense, Archidendron brachycarpum, Archidendron brevicalyx, Archidendron brevipes, Archidendron calliandrum,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Joseph Henry Maiden (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiden' in the authors string.
Richard Thomas Baker (1854-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.T.Baker' in the authors string.
Ivan Christian Nielsen (1946-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.C.Nielsen' in the authors string.