Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuticarinata
ID:
503732

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.T.Lee) Joy Thomps.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Telopea5: 533 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503064



Common Names

  • Swainsona
  • Acuticarinata Swainsona
  • Sharp-keeled Swainsona


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Description

Swainsona acuticarinata (also called Acuticarinata Swainson-pea, among many other common names) is an erect shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forest, woodland, and shrubland. It has grey-green leaves and purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Swainsona acuticarinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Swainsona acuticarinata is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swainsona acuticarinata is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Swainsona acuticarinata

Swainsona acuticarinata can be found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.

Swainsona acuticarinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Swainsona acuticarinata?

Swainsona acuticarinata

What type of plant is Swainsona acuticarinata?

Swainsona acuticarinata is a species of shrub.

Where is Swainsona acuticarinata found?

Swainsona acuticarinata is found in Australia.

Species in the Swainsona genus

Swainsona galegifolia, Swainsona canescens, Swainsona greyana, Swainsona maccullochiana, Swainsona phacoides, Swainsona formosa, Swainsona oliveri, Swainsona microphylla, Swainsona unifoliolata, Swainsona fissimontana, Swainsona oroboides, Swainsona elegans, Swainsona campestris, Swainsona brachycarpa, Swainsona murrayana, Swainsona flavicarinata, Swainsona recta, Swainsona viridis, Swainsona burkittii, Swainsona laciniata, Swainsona dictyocarpa, Swainsona villosa, Swainsona ecallosa, Swainsona lessertiifolia, Swainsona swainsonioides, Swainsona plagiotropis, Swainsona parviflora, Swainsona procumbens, Swainsona kingii, Swainsona pedunculata, Swainsona laxa, Swainsona microcalyx, Swainsona burkei, Swainsona pterostylis, Swainsona stipularis, Swainsona stenodonta, Swainsona leeana, Swainsona luteola, Swainsona beasleyana, Swainsona incei, Swainsona cyclocarpa, Swainsona campylantha, Swainsona gracilis, Swainsona oligophylla, Swainsona forrestii, Swainsona decurrens, Swainsona tephrotricha, Swainsona rostellata, Swainsona colutoides, Swainsona fraseri,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Joy Thompson (1923-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Joy Thomps.' in the authors string.
Alma Theodora Lee (1912-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.T.Lee' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:975421-1: Based on the initial data import