Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
triangulare
ID:
1060468

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Domin

Source:
tro

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Vestn. Král. Ceské Spolecn. Nauk. Tr. Mat.-Prír.1921-1922(2): 35 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001059806

Common Names

  • Triangulare Gastrolobium
  • Triangulare Poison Pea
  • Triangulare Poison Plant

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Description

Gastrolobium triangulare (also called triangle poison-pea, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has an upright, spreading habit and small, bright yellow flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrolobium triangulare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and gout.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gastrolobium triangulare is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green and have two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrolobium triangulare can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly.

Where to Find Gastrolobium triangulare

Gastrolobium triangulare is native to Australia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.