Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
leakeanum
ID:
1062255

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Drumm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc.1: 247 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001061593

Common Names

  • Gastrolobium Leakeanum
  • Leakeanum Gastrolobium
  • Leakeanum Poison Pea

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Description

Gastrolobium leakeanum (also called Gastrolobium leakeanum, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of Australia, and is found in open woodlands, grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrolobium leakeanum is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, constipation, and other ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gastrolobium leakeanum is a yellow-orange, pea-like flower with five petals, growing in clusters. The seed is a dark brown, flat, oval shape with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrolobium leakeanum is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in West Africa, Central Africa, and East Africa. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Gastrolobium leakeanum

Gastrolobium leakeanum is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.

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