Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
tetragonophyllum
ID:
188469

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Pritz.) Crisp

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
C.H.Stirton (ed.), Advances Legume System.3: 130 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187798

Common Names

  • Gastrolobium Tetragonophyllum
  • Tetragon-Leaved Poison Pea
  • Four-Angled Poison Pea

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Synonyms

  • Oxylobium tetragonophyllum E.Pritz. [valid]

Description

Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum (also called Four-angled Gastrolobium, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open woodland, heath and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum is used for ornamental purposes, as a windbreak, and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum is a perennial shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum

Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum is found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum?

Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum

What is the common name of Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum?

Square-leaved poison-bush

What is the natural habitat of Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum?

Dry open forests and woodlands

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

Ernst Georg Pritzel (1875-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Pritz.' in the authors string.
Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.