Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
furcata
ID:
1515025

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merxm. & A.Schreib.) L.A.Silva & J.Freitas

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa184: 296 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1200001736



Common Names

  • Leobordea furcata
  • Furcata Leobordea
  • Furcata


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Description

Leobordea furcata (also called Forked Leobordea, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, needle-like leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Leobordea furcata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leobordea furcata has yellow flowers with a white centre, and its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leobordea furcata is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Leobordea furcata

Leobordea furcata is native to South America and can be found in dry, open areas.

Leobordea furcata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leobordea furcata?

Leobordea furcata

What is the common name of Leobordea furcata?

Forked leobordea

What is the family of Leobordea furcata?

Fabaceae

Species in the Leobordea genus

Leobordea procumbens, Leobordea difformis, Leobordea globulosa, Leobordea laticeps, Leobordea spicata, Leobordea anthylloides, Leobordea polycephala, Leobordea pentaphylla, Leobordea oligocephala, Leobordea longicephala, Leobordea lanata, Leobordea sutherlandii, Leobordea digitata, Leobordea decumbens, Leobordea benthamiana, Leobordea longiflora, Leobordea magnifica, Leobordea pariflora, Leobordea mucronata, Leobordea stolzii, Leobordea quinata, Leobordea tapetiformis, Leobordea mollis, Leobordea pusilla, Leobordea schoenfelderi, Leobordea stipulosa, Leobordea acuticarpa, Leobordea adpressa, Leobordea arida, Leobordea carinata, Leobordea mirabilis, Leobordea maroccana, Leobordea plicata, Leobordea bracteosa, Leobordea platycarpa, Leobordea bullonii, Leobordea esterhuyseniana, Leobordea newtonii, Leobordea pulchra, Leobordea lanceolata, Leobordea corymbosa, Leobordea grandis, Leobordea foliosa, Leobordea eriantha, Leobordea lupinifolia, Leobordea rosea, Leobordea prolifera, Leobordea furcata, Leobordea divaricata,

Species in the Fabaceae family