Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longipedunculata
ID:
1034362

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Z.Wei) X.Y.Zhu

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Legumes China: 453 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001033700

Common Names

  • Callerya longipedunculata
  • Long-Stalked Callerya
  • Long-Stalked Wisteria

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Description

Callerya longipedunculata (also called 'Long-peduncled callerya' and 'Long-peduncled callerya', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall with yellow flowers. It is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Callerya longipedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a bee plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Callerya longipedunculata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have two leaves that are green and pointed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callerya longipedunculata is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune regularly to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Where to Find Callerya longipedunculata

Callerya longipedunculata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Zhi Wei (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.Wei' in the authors string.
Xiang Yun Zhu (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.Y.Zhu' in the authors string.