Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
punctatum
ID:
1267944

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) G.Chandler & Crisp

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.15: 686 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001267282

Common Names

  • Punctatum Poison
  • Punctatum Poison Bush
  • Gastrolobium punctatum

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Description

Gastrolobium punctatum (also called Spotted gastrolobium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Australia. It is an evergreen shrub that grows in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrolobium punctatum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gastrolobium punctatum 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrolobium punctatum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Gastrolobium punctatum

Gastrolobium punctatum is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and heathlands.

Gastrolobium punctatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrolobium punctatum?

Gastrolobium punctatum

What is the common name of Gastrolobium punctatum?

Poison Pea

What is the native range of Gastrolobium punctatum?

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

References

Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.
Gregory T. Chandler (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Chandler' in the authors string.