Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
obovatum
ID:
189409

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188738



Common Names

  • Gastrolobium
  • Obovatum
  • Gastrolobium Obovatum


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Description

Gastrolobium obovatum (also called common poison-pea, among many other common names) is a shrub in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has a spreading habit and its leaves are divided into 2-3 leaflets. It has small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrolobium obovatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Gastrolobium obovatum has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. Seed: The seed of Gastrolobium obovatum is a small, hard, brown seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Gastrolobium obovatum are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrolobium obovatum is a small shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is best done in spring or summer. Take semi-hardwood cuttings from the current season's growth and place in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sheltered position until they have rooted.

Where to Find Gastrolobium obovatum

Gastrolobium obovatum is native to Australia. It is found in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Gastrolobium obovatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrolobium obovatum?

Gastrolobium obovatum

What type of plant is Gastrolobium obovatum?

Evergreen shrub

What is the natural habitat of Gastrolobium obovatum?

Dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

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

References

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:495771-1: Based on the initial data import