Caragana prestoniae - Uses, Benefits & Care
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valid
Authors:
R.J.Moore
Source:
ildis
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186919
Common Names
- Preston's Caragana
- Preston's Peashrub
- Preston's Pea Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caragana prestoniae (also called Preston's pea-tree, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to China. It has yellow flowers and can grow up to 5 m in height. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and bushland, and is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Caragana prestoniae is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive yellow flowers. It can also be used as a windbreak, as a source of food for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caragana prestoniae is a yellow, pea-like flower with a long, slender tube. The seed is a flat, brown, bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a pair of true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caragana prestoniae is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Caragana prestoniae
Caragana prestoniae is native to Central Asia and can be found in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan.
Caragana prestoniae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caragana prestoniae?
Caragana prestoniae
What is the common name of Caragana prestoniae?
Preston's Peashrub
What is the family of Caragana prestoniae?
Fabaceae
Species in the Caragana genus
Caragana ussuriensis, Caragana tragacanthoides, Caragana stenophylla, Caragana spinosa, Caragana pygmaea, Caragana pumila, Caragana kirghisorum, Caragana laeta, Caragana decorticans, Caragana sinica, Caragana brevispina, Caragana ambigua, Caragana tibetica, Caragana pekinensis, Caragana densa, Caragana franchetiana, Caragana tangutica, Caragana erinacea, Caragana pleiophylla, Caragana turkestanica, Caragana acanthophylla, Caragana conferta, Caragana gerardiana, Caragana prestoniae, Caragana scythica, Caragana afghanica, Caragana aurantiaca, Caragana gerrardiana, Caragana jubata, Caragana maimanensis, Caragana microphylla, Caragana ulicina, Caragana dasyphylla, Caragana spinifera, Caragana pruinosa, Caragana bicolor, Caragana alpina, Caragana kozlowi, Caragana cuneato-alata, Caragana leucospina, Caragana przewalskii, Caragana bongardiana, Caragana roborovskyi, Caragana changduensis, Caragana soongorica, Caragana stipitata, Caragana zahlbruckneri, Caragana manshurica, Caragana purdomii, Caragana litwinowii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-33424: Based on the initial data import
Raymond John Moore (1918-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.Moore' in the authors string.