Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bracteosum
ID:
189257

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Pl. Jav. Rar.: 159 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188586



Common Names

  • Phylacium bracteosum
  • Bracteosum Phylacium
  • Bracted Phylacium


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Synonyms

  • Zornia glauca Zipp. ex Miq. [invalid]
  • Phylacium scandens Hassk. [valid]
  • Heleiotis scandens (Hassk.) Hassk. [valid]

Description

Phylacium bracteosum (also called Bracteosum phylacium, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green foliage and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Phylacium bracteosum is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phylacium bracteosum 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

Phylacium bracteosum is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can be grown in pots or in the garden. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting of around 10cm in length and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and place in a potting mix. Keep moist and in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Phylacium bracteosum

Phylacium bracteosum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan.

Phylacium bracteosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phylacium bracteosum?

Phylacium bracteosum

What is the common name of Phylacium bracteosum?

Bracted Phylacium

What is the natural habitat of Phylacium bracteosum?

It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and heaths in Australia.

Species in the Phylacium genus

Species in the Fabaceae family