Carmichaelia carmichaeliae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carmichaeliae
ID:
588782
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Heenan
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot.36: 56 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588114
Common Names
- Carmichaelia carmichaeliae
- Carmichaeliae Carmichaelia
- Carmichaeliae Broom
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- Notospartium carmicheliae Hook.f. [valid]
- Notospartium carmichaeliae Hook.f. [unknown]
Description
Carmichaelia carmichaeliae (also called Carmichael's Broom, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to New Zealand. It grows in dry, deciduous forests and scrublands, and is characterized by its small, ovate leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Carmichaelia carmichaeliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has attractive, fragrant flowers and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Carmichaelia carmichaeliae is a yellow, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Carmichaelia carmichaeliae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, sunny location. Both methods require well-draining soil and regular watering.
Where to Find Carmichaelia carmichaeliae
Carmichaelia carmichaeliae is native to New Zealand and is found in the North Island and the South Island.
Carmichaelia carmichaeliae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carmichaelia carmichaeliae?
Carmichaelia carmichaeliae
What is the family of Carmichaelia carmichaeliae?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Carmichaelia carmichaeliae?
Carmichael's Broom
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
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Peter Brian Heenan (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heenan' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1003270-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Carmichaelia carmichaeliae (Hook.f.) Heenan: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.