Pultenaea pinifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Meisn.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
J.G.C.Lehmann, Pl. Preiss.2: 220 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188558
Common Names
- Pultenaea
- Pultenaea pinifolia
- Pultenaea Pine Bush Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pultenaea pinifolia (also called Pine-leaf Bush-pea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It can grow up to 1 m tall and has yellow-green flowers. It is found in open forest, woodland and heath in south-western Australia.
Uses & Benefits
Pultenaea pinifolia is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of fodder for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pultenaea pinifolia has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The flowers are followed by small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings are small and have a pair of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pultenaea pinifolia is a perennial shrub that is native to Australia. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Pultenaea pinifolia
Pultenaea pinifolia is native to Australia.
Pultenaea pinifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pultenaea pinifolia?
Pultenaea pinifolia
What is the natural habitat of Pultenaea pinifolia?
Pultenaea pinifolia is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
What are the uses of Pultenaea pinifolia?
Pultenaea pinifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes.
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
References
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Pultenaea pinifolia Meisn.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.