Gleditsia australis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.23: 208 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186212
Common Names
- Gleditsia australis
- Southern Honeylocust
- Southern Locust Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gleditsia australis (also called Southern Honey Locust, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree of the Fabaceae family. It has a height of up to 15 m and is native to Australia. It is found in dry deciduous forests and along rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Gleditsia australis is used as an ornamental plant, for its timber, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gleditsia australis has small, white flowers and the seeds are dark brown. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gleditsia australis is a perennial legume that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). It can be grown in a variety of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It should be planted in the spring or fall and can be harvested in the summer or fall.
Where to Find Gleditsia australis
Gleditsia australis is native to Australia and can be found in dry woodlands and grasslands.
Gleditsia australis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gleditsia australis?
Gleditsia australis
What is the common name of Gleditsia australis?
Southern Honey Locust
Where is Gleditsia australis found?
Gleditsia australis is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia
Species in the Gleditsia genus
Gleditsia amorphoides, Gleditsia triacanthos, Gleditsia texana, Gleditsia aquatica, Gleditsia japonica, Gleditsia australis, Gleditsia caspica, Gleditsia sinensis, Gleditsia microphylla, Gleditsia fera, Gleditsia rolfei, Gleditsia assamica, Gleditsia caspia, Gleditsia medogensis, Gleditsia texana, Gleditsia microphylla, Gleditsia saxatilis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-13050487: Originally associated with wfo-0001057537
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-13050487: Originally associated with wfo-0001057537
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:496573-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Gleditsia australis Hemsl.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.