Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
microcarpum
ID:
188371

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
J.G.C.Lehmann, Pl. Preiss.1: 70 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187700

Common Names

  • Climbing Poison
  • Climbing Wattle
  • Microcarpum

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Synonyms

  • Gastrolobium oxylobioides microcarpum Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Gastrolobium microcarpum (also called Small-fruited Poison-pea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a spreading habit. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are yellow. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrolobium microcarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gastrolobium microcarpum is a small yellow and red flower with five petals. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrolobium microcarpum is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soils in a sunny position. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Gastrolobium microcarpum

Gastrolobium microcarpum is found in Western Australia and South Australia.

Gastrolobium microcarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrolobium microcarpum?

Gastrolobium microcarpum

What is the common name of Gastrolobium microcarpum?

Small-fruited poison-pea

Where is Gastrolobium microcarpum found?

Gastrolobium microcarpum is found in 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