Gompholobium viscidulum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viscidulum
ID:
189296
Status:
valid
Authors:
Meisn.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
J.G.C.Lehmann, Pl. Preiss.1: 39 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188625
Common Names
- Viscid Gompholobium
- Sticky Gompholobium
- Gompholobium viscosum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gompholobium viscidulum (also called Viscid Gompholobium, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Australia, found in sandy soils in heathland and woodland areas. It has small yellow flowers that bloom from August to October.
Uses & Benefits
Gompholobium viscidulum is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gompholobium viscidulum has small yellow flowers. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gompholobium viscidulum is a small shrub native to Western Australia. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Gompholobium viscidulum
Gompholobium viscidulum is native to New South Wales and Victoria. It can be found in open woodlands and along creek beds.
Gompholobium viscidulum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gompholobium viscidulum?
Gompholobium viscidulum
What type of plant is Gompholobium viscidulum?
It is a shrub
Where is Gompholobium viscidulum found?
It is found in Australia
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
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Gompholobium viscidulum Meisn.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.