Carmichaelia crassicaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassicaulis
ID:
193501
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Handb. N. Zeal. Fl.1: 48 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192830
Common Names
- Thin-leaved broom
- Carmichaelia crassicaulis
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- Corallospartium crassicaule (Hook.f.) Armstr. [valid]
- Corallospartium crassicaule crassicaule [unknown]
Description
Carmichaelia crassicaulis (also called thick-stemmed broom, among many other common names) is a shrub native to New Zealand. It grows up to 2 m tall and has small, narrow leaves. Its flowers are white, pink or purple and it is found in open scrub, grassland and forest margins.
Uses & Benefits
Carmichaelia crassicaulis is used for weaving baskets and mats.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Carmichaelia crassicaulis sub. racemosa (Kirk) HeenanCarmichaelia crassicaulis sub. crassicaulis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Carmichaelia crassicaulis has small white flowers with a yellow centre and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
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Carmichaelia crassicaulis is a small shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings or layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained medium. Layering can be done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be kept in place until it has rooted.
Where to Find Carmichaelia crassicaulis
Carmichaelia crassicaulis is native to New Zealand and can be found in grasslands and shrublands.
Carmichaelia crassicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carmichaelia crassicaulis?
Carmichaelia crassicaulis
What is the common name of Carmichaelia crassicaulis?
Stout broom
What is the natural habitat of Carmichaelia crassicaulis?
Grasslands and scrublands
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:483934-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Carmichaelia crassicaulis Hook.f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.