Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carinata
ID:
185710

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Van Houtte

Source:
ildis

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Nursery Cat. (Louis van Houtte)53: 27 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185039



Common Names

  • Kennedia Carinata
  • Keeled Coral Pea
  • Keeled Kennedia


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Synonyms

  • Physolobium carinatum Benth. [valid]
  • Caulinia carinata (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Kennedia carinata pedunculosa Domin [valid]
  • Kennedia carinata subsessilis Domin [valid]
  • Physolobium gracile Rousselon [unknown]

Description

Kennedia carinata (also called Keeled Kennedia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Kennedia carinata is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kennedia carinata has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kennedia carinata is a tropical plant native to Australia. It is a small shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Kennedia carinata

Kennedia carinata is found in Australia.

Kennedia carinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kennedia carinata?

Kennedia carinata

What is the common name of Kennedia carinata?

Carinate Kennedia

What is the natural habitat of Kennedia carinata?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Louis van Houtte (1810-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van Houtte' in the authors string.