Mirbelia dilatata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1811
Citation Micro:
W.T.Aiton, Hortus Kew.3: 21 (1811)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185201
Common Names
- Broad-leaved Mirbelia
- Broad-leaved Mirbelia
- Broad-leaved Mirbella
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- Mirbelia meissneri Hook. [valid]
- Mirbelia dilatata meisneri (Hook.) Benth. [valid]
- Mirbelia ilicifolia Anon. [unknown]
Description
Mirbelia dilatata (also called Dilated Mirbelia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, from woodlands to heaths.
Uses & Benefits
Mirbelia dilatata is used as a food crop and forage crop. It is also used as a cover crop to improve soil fertility and structure.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mirbelia dilatata has yellow, five-petalled flowers that appear in spring and summer. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mirbelia dilatata is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2m. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is from seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Mirbelia dilatata
Mirbelia dilatata is native to New South Wales and Queensland, Australia. It can be found in sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Mirbelia dilatata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mirbelia dilatata?
Mirbelia dilatata
What is the common name of Mirbelia dilatata?
Broad-leaved Mirbelia
What is the natural habitat of Mirbelia dilatata?
Open woodlands and heathlands
Species in the Mirbelia genus
Mirbelia dilatata, Mirbelia rhagodioides, Mirbelia stipitata, Mirbelia trichocalyx, Mirbelia platylobioides, Mirbelia granitica, Mirbelia aotoides, Mirbelia seorsifolia, Mirbelia multicaulis, Mirbelia taxifolia, Mirbelia floribunda, Mirbelia pungens, Mirbelia depressa, Mirbelia baueri, Mirbelia confertiflora, Mirbelia microphylla, Mirbelia ovata, Mirbelia longifolia, Mirbelia viminalis, Mirbelia spinosa, Mirbelia ramulosa, Mirbelia subcordata, Mirbelia rubiifolia, Mirbelia densiflora, Mirbelia balsiformis, Mirbelia corallina, Mirbelia ferricola, Mirbelia speciosa,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Mirbelia dilatata R.Br.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.