Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
uncinatum
ID:
189205

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 8 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188534



Common Names

  • Wedge Pea
  • Sicklepod
  • Forked Gompholobium


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Description

Gompholobium uncinatum (also called Hooked Wedge-pea, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It has yellow flowers and is native to Australia, particularly in the south-western parts of Western Australia. It is commonly found in sandy soils and is well adapted to dry climates.

Uses & Benefits

Gompholobium uncinatum is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of fodder for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gompholobium uncinatum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gompholobium uncinatum is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can be grown in pots or in the garden. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting of around 10cm in length and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and place in a potting mix. Keep moist and in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Gompholobium uncinatum

Gompholobium uncinatum is native to Australia.

Gompholobium uncinatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gompholobium uncinatum?

Gompholobium uncinatum

What is the common name of Gompholobium uncinatum?

Hook-leaf gompholobium

What is the natural habitat of Gompholobium uncinatum?

Dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

Species in the Gompholobium genus

Gompholobium scabrum, Gompholobium huegelii, Gompholobium marginatum, Gompholobium tomentosum, Gompholobium nitidum, Gompholobium gompholobioides, Gompholobium preissii, Gompholobium grandiflorum, Gompholobium glabratum, Gompholobium foliolosum, Gompholobium aristatum, Gompholobium confertum, Gompholobium ecostatum, Gompholobium baxteri, Gompholobium shuttleworthii, Gompholobium polymorphum, Gompholobium hendersonii, Gompholobium polyzygum, Gompholobium knightianum, Gompholobium capitatum, Gompholobium venustum, Gompholobium virgatum, Gompholobium villosum, Gompholobium ovatum, Gompholobium simplicifolium, Gompholobium obcordatum, Gompholobium pinnatum, Gompholobium uncinatum, Gompholobium latifolium, Gompholobium burtonioides, Gompholobium subulatum, Gompholobium viscidulum, Gompholobium minus, Gompholobium inconspicuum, Gompholobium cinereum, Gompholobium cyaninum, Gompholobium gairdnerianum, Gompholobium glutinosum, Gompholobium karijini, Gompholobium laxum, Gompholobium muticum, Gompholobium pungens, Gompholobium roseum, Gompholobium wonganense, Gompholobium aspalathoides, Gompholobium oreophilum, Gompholobium drummondii, Gompholobium glabristylum,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.