Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
aciculiferum
ID:
469103

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fragm.1: 75 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468435



Common Names

  • Podolobium Aciculiferum
  • Needle-Fruit Podolobium
  • Needle-Fruit Tree


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Synonyms

  • Oxylobium aciculiferum (F.Muell.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Callistachys aciculifera (F.Muell.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gastrolobium boormanii Maiden & Betche [unknown]

Description

Podolobium aciculiferum (also called Aciculiferum Podolobium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is characterized by its small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Podolobium aciculiferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak. The plant has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to stabilize soils in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Podolobium aciculiferum has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, brown and round, and the seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podolobium aciculiferum is a shrub native to Australia. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and frost, but can be damaged by strong winds. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. It can also be grown from seed, but the seed must be fresh and planted immediately.

Where to Find Podolobium aciculiferum

Podolobium aciculiferum is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It can be found in tropical and subtropical dry and wet forests.

Podolobium aciculiferum FAQ

What are the common names for Podolobium aciculiferum?

The common names for Podolobium aciculiferum are Needle-bearing Podolobium and Needle-bearing Tree Poppy.

What is the growth rate of Podolobium aciculiferum?

The growth rate of Podolobium aciculiferum is slow to moderate.

What type of soil does Podolobium aciculiferum prefer?

Podolobium aciculiferum prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

Species in the Fabaceae family