Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Chandler & Crisp
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.15: 642 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001267253
Common Names
- Congestum Poison
- Congestum Poison Bush
- Gastrolobium congestum
Description
Gastrolobium congestum (also called Congested Poison, among many other common names) is an erect shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Western Australia and is found in heathland and woodland areas. Its leaves are linear to narrowly elliptic, with a length of 1.5–7 cm and a width of 0.5–2 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Gastrolobium congestum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gastrolobium congestum is a bright yellow pea flower with a short, straight keel. The seed is a flat, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gastrolobium congestum is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn and kept moist.
Where to Find Gastrolobium congestum
Gastrolobium congestum can be found in Australia.
Gastrolobium congestum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gastrolobium congestum?
Gastrolobium congestum
What is the common name of Gastrolobium congestum?
Congested Poison Pea
What is the native range of Gastrolobium congestum?
Western Australia
Species in the Gastrolobium genus
Gastrolobium grandiflorum,
Gastrolobium parviflorum,
Gastrolobium calycinum,
Gastrolobium bennettsianum,
Gastrolobium microcarpum,
Gastrolobium densifolium,
Gastrolobium villosum,
Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum,
Gastrolobium pycnostachyum,
Gastrolobium parvifolium,
Gastrolobium appressum,
Gastrolobium glaucum,
Gastrolobium spinosum,
Gastrolobium racemosum,
Gastrolobium rigidum,
Gastrolobium polystachyum,
Gastrolobium tomentosum,
Gastrolobium propinquum,
Gastrolobium laytonii,
Gastrolobium graniticum,
Gastrolobium trilobum,
Gastrolobium heterophyllum,
Gastrolobium crassifolium,
Gastrolobium floribundum,
Gastrolobium stenophyllum,
Gastrolobium oxylobioides,
Gastrolobium brevipes,
Gastrolobium spectabile,
Gastrolobium bilobum,
Gastrolobium reticulatum,
Gastrolobium spathulatum,
Gastrolobium obovatum,
Gastrolobium pulchellum,
Gastrolobium plicatum,
Gastrolobium truncatum,
Gastrolobium pyramidale,
Gastrolobium hians,
Gastrolobium whicherense,
Gastrolobium wonganense,
Gastrolobium acutum,
Gastrolobium axillare,
Gastrolobium brownii,
Gastrolobium callistachys,
Gastrolobium crenulatum,
Gastrolobium cuneatum,
Gastrolobium epacridoides,
Gastrolobium hamulosum,
Gastrolobium hookeri,
Gastrolobium ilicifolium,
Gastrolobium lehmannii,
Species in the Fabaceae family