Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pulchrum
ID:
201764

Status:
valid

Authors:
Louis ex Hauman

Source:
ildis

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique86: 281 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201093



Common Names

  • Platysepalum pulchrum
  • Beautiful Daisy
  • Beautiful Flower
  • Beautiful Plant


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Description

Platysepalum pulchrum (also called Beautiful Platysepalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It grows up to 6 m tall and has a dense, spreading crown. It is found in open forest and woodland in the eastern parts of Australia, from the coast to the tablelands.

Uses & Benefits

Platysepalum pulchrum is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It has attractive foliage and produces small, yellow flowers. The leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Platysepalum pulchrum is a small, yellow, globular head, and the seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, cylindrical seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platysepalum pulchrum is a slow-growing shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Platysepalum pulchrum

Platysepalum pulchrum is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.

Platysepalum pulchrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platysepalum pulchrum?

Platysepalum pulchrum

What is the common name of Platysepalum pulchrum?

Beautiful Platysepalum

What is the natural habitat of Platysepalum pulchrum?

Dry open forests and woodlands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Lucien Leon Hauman (1880-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hauman' in the authors string.
Jean Laurent Prosper Louis (1903-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Louis' in the authors string.