Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocalyx
ID:
189230

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin)13: 26 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188559

Common Names

  • Jacksonia
  • Jacksonia macrocalyx
  • Jacksonia Large-Calyx Pea

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Description

Jacksonia macrocalyx (also called Large-calyx Jacksonia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It can grow up to 1 m tall and has yellow-green flowers. It is found in open forest, woodland and heath in south-western Australia.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jacksonia macrocalyx has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The flowers are followed by small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacksonia macrocalyx is a perennial shrub that is native to Australia. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Jacksonia macrocalyx

Jacksonia macrocalyx is native to Australia.

Jacksonia macrocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacksonia macrocalyx?

Jacksonia macrocalyx

What is the natural habitat of Jacksonia macrocalyx?

Jacksonia macrocalyx is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

What are the uses of Jacksonia macrocalyx?

Jacksonia macrocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes.

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