Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinulosa
ID:
189196

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 121 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188525



Common Names

  • Pultenaea Spinulosa
  • Spiny-Leaf Bush-Pea
  • Spiny-Leaf Pultenaea


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Synonyms

  • Euchilus spinulosus Turcz. [valid]

Description

Pultenaea spinulosa (also called Spiny Bush-pea, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It has yellow flowers and is native to Australia, particularly in the south-western parts of Western Australia. It is commonly found in sandy soils and is well adapted to dry climates.

Uses & Benefits

Pultenaea spinulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pultenaea spinulosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pultenaea spinulosa is a hardy shrub that is easy to propagate from cuttings. Take cuttings from the current season's growth in late summer or early autumn. Dip the cuttings in a rooting hormone and plant them in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Pultenaea spinulosa

Pultenaea spinulosa is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and heathlands.

Pultenaea spinulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pultenaea spinulosa?

Pultenaea spinulosa

What is the common name of Pultenaea spinulosa?

Spiny pultenaea

What is the natural habitat of Pultenaea spinulosa?

Dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

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