Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ambatoanus
ID:
469711

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Du Puy & Labat

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.50: 82 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469043



Common Names

  • Ambatoanus Pyranthus
  • Pyranthus Ambatoanus
  • Pyranthus Ambato


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Synonyms

  • Mundulea ambatoana Baill. [valid]
  • Mundulea grandidieri Baill. [valid]

Description

Pyranthus ambatoanus (also called Ambato Pyranthus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pyranthus ambatoanus is a shrub that is commonly used as an ornamental plant for gardens. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a variety of soil types.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pyranthus ambatoanus is a small, white, five-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyranthus ambatoanus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Pyranthus ambatoanus

Pyranthus ambatoanus is native to tropical regions of Africa.

Pyranthus ambatoanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyranthus ambatoanus?

Pyranthus ambatoanus

What is the common name of Pyranthus ambatoanus?

Ambato Pyranthus

What is the natural habitat of Pyranthus ambatoanus?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
David J. Du Puy (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Du Puy' in the authors string.
Jean-Noël Labat (1959-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labat' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:981576-1: Based on the initial data import