Carmichaelia nana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
588793
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Colenso ex Hook.f.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Handb. N. Zeal. Fl.1: 49 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588125
Common Names
- Carmichaelia nana
- Nana Carmichaelia
- Nana Broom
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- Carmichaelia enysii Kirk [valid]
- Carmichaelia enysii enysii [unknown]
- Carmichaelia orbiculata Colenso [valid]
- Carmichaelia enysii orbiculata (Colenso) Kirk [valid]
- Carmichaelia australis nana Benth. [unknown]
- Carmichaelia enysii ambigua G.Simpson [unknown]
Description
Carmichaelia nana (also called Dwarf 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 nana 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 nana is a white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Carmichaelia nana 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 nana
Carmichaelia nana is native to New Zealand and is found in the North Island and the South Island.
Carmichaelia nana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carmichaelia nana?
Carmichaelia nana
What is the common name of Carmichaelia nana?
Dwarf broom
What is the natural habitat of Carmichaelia nana?
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
William Colenso (1811-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Colenso' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:483956-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Carmichaelia nana (Benth.) Colenso ex Hook.f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.