Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
forrestii
ID:
189023

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales, ser. 2, 2: 194 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188352

Common Names

  • Jacksonia
  • Jacksonia Forrestii
  • Forrestii

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Synonyms

  • Piptomeris forrestii (F.Muell.) Greene [valid]

Description

Jacksonia forrestii (also called Forrest's Jacksonia, 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

Jacksonia forrestii 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

Jacksonia forrestii 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

Jacksonia forrestii 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 Jacksonia forrestii

Jacksonia forrestii is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and heathlands.

Jacksonia forrestii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacksonia forrestii?

Jacksonia forrestii

What are the common names of Jacksonia forrestii?

Forrest's Jacksonia, Forrest's Pea

What is the natural habitat of Jacksonia forrestii?

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

Species in the Jacksonia genus

Jacksonia compressa, Jacksonia floribunda, Jacksonia furcellata, Jacksonia scoparia, Jacksonia sericea, Jacksonia sternbergiana, Jacksonia scoparia, Jacksonia eremodendron, Jacksonia aculeata, Jacksonia lehmannii, Jacksonia angulata, Jacksonia odontoclada, Jacksonia foliosa, Jacksonia horrida, Jacksonia rhadinoclada, Jacksonia hakeoides, Jacksonia dilatata, Jacksonia calycina, Jacksonia condensata, Jacksonia thesioides, Jacksonia grevilleoides, Jacksonia nematoclada, Jacksonia racemosa, Jacksonia stackhousii, Jacksonia velutina, Jacksonia forrestii, Jacksonia argentea, Jacksonia vernicosa, Jacksonia alata, Jacksonia macrocalyx, Jacksonia spinosa, Jacksonia ramosissima, Jacksonia capitata, Jacksonia fasciculata, Jacksonia rhadinoclona, Jacksonia acicularis, Jacksonia anthoclada, Jacksonia arenicola, Jacksonia arida, Jacksonia arnhemica, Jacksonia calcicola, Jacksonia chappilliae, Jacksonia debilis, Jacksonia dendrospinosa, Jacksonia divisa, Jacksonia effusa, Jacksonia elongata, Jacksonia epiphyllum, Jacksonia flexuosa, Jacksonia gracillima,

Species in the Fabaceae family