Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canescens
ID:
188626

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
B.Field, Geogr. Mem. New South Wales: 346 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187955



Common Names

  • Pultenaea canescens
  • Grey Bush-pea
  • Canescens Bush-pea


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Synonyms

  • Pultenaea plumosa Sieber ex DC. [valid]
  • Pultenaea plumosa canescens (A.Cunn.) Domin [unknown]
  • Pultenaea plumosa glabra Domin [unknown]

Description

Pultenaea canescens (also called Grey Bush-pea, among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub that grows up to 1 metre in height. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia and grows in heathland, shrubland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pultenaea canescens is a shrub that is used as a food source for native animals, as well as for its ornamental value in gardens. It can also be used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pultenaea canescens are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pultenaea canescens is a small shrub native to Australia. It grows best in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be placed in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Pultenaea canescens

Pultenaea canescens is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Pultenaea canescens FAQ

What are the common uses of Pultenaea canescens?

Pultenaea canescens is commonly used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

What is the scientific classification of Pultenaea canescens?

Pultenaea canescens belongs to the Fabaceae family and the Pultenaea genus.

What is the native habitat of Pultenaea canescens?

Pultenaea canescens is native to Australia.

Species in the Pultenaea genus

Pultenaea altissima, Pultenaea microphylla, Pultenaea daphnoides, Pultenaea stipularis, Pultenaea platyphylla, Pultenaea millari, Pultenaea ochreata, Pultenaea stricta, Pultenaea euchila, Pultenaea verruculosa, Pultenaea setulosa, Pultenaea maidenii, Pultenaea tenella, Pultenaea linophylla, Pultenaea petiolaris, Pultenaea pycnocephala, Pultenaea adunca, Pultenaea williamsoniana, Pultenaea patellifolia, Pultenaea graveolens, Pultenaea radiata, Pultenaea weindorferi, Pultenaea reticulata, Pultenaea gunnii, Pultenaea trifida, Pultenaea arida, Pultenaea rotundifolia, Pultenaea prolifera, Pultenaea elachista, Pultenaea canescens, Pultenaea paleacea, Pultenaea villosa, Pultenaea capitellata, Pultenaea luehmannii, Pultenaea procumbens, Pultenaea rosmarinifolia, Pultenaea villifera, Pultenaea strobilifera, Pultenaea retusa, Pultenaea spinosa, Pultenaea ericifolia, Pultenaea mollis, Pultenaea empetrifolia, Pultenaea humilis, Pultenaea echinula, Pultenaea acerosa, Pultenaea glabra, Pultenaea daltonii, Pultenaea campbellii, Pultenaea trinervis,

Species in the Fabaceae family