Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
whicherense
ID:
695584

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Chandler & Crisp

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.15: 676 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694917

Common Names

  • Gastrolobium whicherense
  • Gastrolobium Whicherense var. Whicherense
  • Gastrolobium Whicherense var. Subwhicherense

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Description

Gastrolobium whicherense (also called Whicher's Gastrolobium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in moist, shady areas, and has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrolobium whicherense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat coughs and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gastrolobium whicherense is yellow and has a sweet smell. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrolobium whicherense is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun, and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer or water.

Where to Find Gastrolobium whicherense

Gastrolobium whicherense can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Gastrolobium whicherense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrolobium whicherense?

Gastrolobium whicherense

What type of plant is Gastrolobium whicherense?

It is a type of shrub.

What is the habitat of Gastrolobium whicherense?

It is found in dry, open areas 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

References

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.