Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
venustum
ID:
189027

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
W.T.Aiton, Hortus Kew.3: 12 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188356



Common Names

  • Gompholobium
  • Gompholobium Venustum
  • Venustum


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Description

Gompholobium venustum (also called Showy Gompholobium, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2m tall. It is native to Australia, found in the south-east of New South Wales and is common in open forest and woodland. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gompholobium venustum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gompholobium venustum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, thin style. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two oval-shaped cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gompholobium venustum is a hardy shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn and place them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Gompholobium venustum

Gompholobium venustum is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and heathlands.

Gompholobium venustum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gompholobium venustum?

Gompholobium venustum

What are the common names of Gompholobium venustum?

Showy Gompholobium, Showy Wedge Pea

What is the natural habitat of Gompholobium venustum?

It is native to Australia and grows in open woodlands and grasslands.

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