Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
stipularis
ID:
188846

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.T.White) Jessup

Source:
ildis

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya2: 243 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188175

Common Names

  • Austrosteenisia
  • Austrosteenisia Stipularis
  • Stipularis Austrosteenisia

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Synonyms

  • Kunstleria stipularis (C.T.White) Polhill [valid]
  • Lonchocarpus stipularis C.T.White [valid]

Description

Austrosteenisia stipularis (also called Stipulate Austrosteenisia, among many other common names) is a small, shrubby, perennial plant native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in grassy areas, open woodlands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Austrosteenisia stipularis is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a soil improver. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock, to control erosion, and as a green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Austrosteenisia stipularis has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, dark brown and slightly curved. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austrosteenisia stipularis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, collect the seed pods when they are ripe and sow them in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Austrosteenisia stipularis

Austrosteenisia stipularis can be found in the south-west corner of Western Australia, in the area between Perth and Albany.

Austrosteenisia stipularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austrosteenisia stipularis?

Austrosteenisia stipularis

What is the common name of Austrosteenisia stipularis?

Stipular Austrosteenisia

Where is Austrosteenisia stipularis found?

Austrosteenisia stipularis is found in eastern Australia.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.
Laurence Jessup (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jessup' in the authors string.