Cullen martini - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) J.W.Grimes
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.10: 634 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629248
Common Names
- Martin's cullen
- Martins cullen
- Cullen martini
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- Psoralea martini F.Muell. [valid]
- Lotodes martini (F.Muell.) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Cullen martini (also called 'Martin's Cullen', 'Martin's Water-Wort', 'Martin's Waterwort' among many other common names) is a small perennial herb that is native to South America. It has small, white flowers and is often found in moist, grassy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cullen martini has non-medical uses such as being used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and as a source of essential oils. It has benefits such as providing shade and being a source of food for animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cullen martini are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cullen martini is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is easy to grow and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Cullen martini
Cullen martini can be found in Australia.
Cullen martini FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cullen martini?
Cullen martini
What is the common name of Cullen martini?
Cullen
What is the family of Cullen martini?
Asteraceae
Species in the Cullen genus
Cullen drupacea, Cullen corylifolium, Cullen plicatum, Cullen drupaceum, Cullen jaubertiana, Cullen jaubertianum, Cullen tomentosum, Cullen badocanum, Cullen gaudichaudianum, Cullen stipulaceum, Cullen biflora, Cullen obtusifolia, Cullen plicata, Cullen americanum, Cullen balsamicum, Cullen candidum, Cullen cinereum, Cullen corallum, Cullen cuneatum, Cullen discolor, Cullen graveolens, Cullen lachnostachys, Cullen leucanthum, Cullen leucochaites, Cullen martini, Cullen microcephalum, Cullen parvum, Cullen patens, Cullen plumosum, Cullen pogonocarpum, Cullen praeruptorum, Cullen pustulatum, Cullen tenax, Cullen virens, Cullen walkingtonii, Cullen martinii, Cullen australasicum, Cullen pallidum, Cullen spicigerum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
James Walter Grimes (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Grimes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:997774-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Cullen martini (F.Muell.) J.W.Grimes: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.