Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenella
ID:
188734

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meisn.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 142 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188063



Common Names

  • Tenell Latrobea
  • Tenell Pea
  • Tenell Pea


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Synonyms

  • Latrobea tenella tenella [unknown]
  • Leptocytisus tenellus (Meisn.) Meisn. [valid]
  • Burtonia tenella Meisn. [valid]
  • Latrobea tenella grandiflora Benth. [valid]
  • Leptocytisus tenellus puberulus Meisn. [valid]
  • Latrobea tenella platycarpa Benth. [unknown]
  • Leptocytisus tenellus glaberrimus Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Latrobea tenella (also called Latrobea tenella, among many other common names) is an erect, perennial shrub native to Australia. It has yellow flowers and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and along watercourses.

Uses & Benefits

Latrobea tenella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are edible and used as a garnish in salads.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Latrobea tenella has small yellow flowers that are borne in clusters in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have trifoliate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Latrobea tenella is a hardy shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late spring or early summer. Plant in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until established.

Where to Find Latrobea tenella

Latrobea tenella is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Latrobea tenella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Latrobea tenella?

Latrobea tenella

What is the common name of Latrobea tenella?

Slender Latrobea

What is the family of Latrobea tenella?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.