Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
circinalis
ID:
198768

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
J.D.Hooker, Fl. Brit. India2: 219 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198097



Common Names

  • Dunbaria
  • Circinate Dunbaria
  • Circinalis Dunbaria


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Synonyms

  • Atylosia circinalis Benth. [deprecated]
  • Dunbaria thorelii Gagnep. [valid]
  • Dunbaria thorelli Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Atylosia circinnalis Benth. [valid]
  • Atylosia thorelii Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Phaseolus circinalis Buch.-Ham. [invalid]

Description

Dunbaria circinalis (also called 'Cape Wattle', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to South Africa and can be found in coastal scrub, sand dunes and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Dunbaria circinalis is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dunbaria circinalis has yellow flowers with a short corolla tube and a five-lobed calyx. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dunbaria circinalis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location until they are established.

Where to Find Dunbaria circinalis

Dunbaria circinalis is native to tropical regions of South Africa and can be found in moist, well-drained soils.

Dunbaria circinalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dunbaria circinalis?

Dunbaria circinalis

What is the common name of Dunbaria circinalis?

Circinalis

What is the family of Dunbaria circinalis?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.