Carmichaelia australis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
australis
ID:
187216
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg.11: t. 912 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186545
Common Names
- Carmichaelia Australis
- Southern Broom
- Southern Carmichaelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Carmichaelia flagelliformis Colenso [valid]
- Carmichaelia aligera G.Simpson [valid]
- Carmichaelia paludosa Cockayne [valid]
- Carmichaelia arenaria G.Simpson [valid]
- Carmichaelia cunninghamii Raoul [valid]
- Carmichaelia egmontiana (Cockayne & Allan) G.Simpson [valid]
- Carmichaelia flagelliformis acuminata (Kirk) Cheeseman [unknown]
- Carmichaelia acuminata Kirk [valid]
- Carmichaelia flagelliformis flagelliformis [unknown]
- Carmichaelia flagelliformis corymbosa Colenso [unknown]
- Carmichaelia corymbosa Colenso [valid]
- Carmichaelia australis egmontiana Cockayne & Allan [valid]
- Carmichaelia hookeri Kirk [valid]
- Carmichaelia flagelliformis hookeri (Kirk) Cheeseman [valid]
- Carmichaelia ovata G.Simpson [valid]
- Carmichaelia rivulata G.Simpson [valid]
- Carmichaelia robusta Kirk [valid]
- Carmichaelia petriei robusta (Kirk) Cheeseman [valid]
- Carmichaelia silvatica G.Simpson [valid]
- Carmichaelia solandri G.Simpson [valid]
- Carmichaelia violacea Kirk [valid]
- Carmichaelia micrantha Colenso [valid]
- Carmichaelia muelleriana Regel [valid]
- Carmichaelia multicaulis Colenso [valid]
- Carmichaelia stricta Lehm. [valid]
- Carmichaelia subulata Kirk [valid]
- Genista compressa Sol. ex A.Cunn. [valid]
- Carmichaelia australis alata Kirk [unknown]
- Carmichaelia australis strictissima Kirk [unknown]
Description
Carmichaelia australis (also called Southern Broom, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the pea family Fabaceae. It is native to New Zealand, where it is found in a variety of habitats, from open grasslands to woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Carmichaelia australis is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Carmichaelia australis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Carmichaelia australis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.
Where to Find Carmichaelia australis
Carmichaelia australis is native to New Zealand and can be found in shrublands, grasslands, and coastal areas.
Carmichaelia australis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carmichaelia australis?
Carmichaelia australis
What is the common name of Carmichaelia australis?
Carmichaelia australis
Where is Carmichaelia australis found?
Carmichaelia australis is found in New Zealand
Species in the Carmichaelia genus
Carmichaelia petriei, Carmichaelia williamsii, Carmichaelia compacta, Carmichaelia kirkii, Carmichaelia australis, Carmichaelia exsul, Carmichaelia appressa, Carmichaelia arborea, Carmichaelia astonii, Carmichaelia corrugata, Carmichaelia curta, Carmichaelia hollowayi, Carmichaelia monroi, Carmichaelia odorata, Carmichaelia uniflora, Carmichaelia crassicaulis, Carmichaelia carmichaeliae, Carmichaelia glabrescens, Carmichaelia juncea, Carmichaelia nana, Carmichaelia torulosa, Carmichaelia vexillata, Carmichaelia muritai, Carmichaelia stevensonii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Carmichaelia australis R.Br.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.