Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
drummondii
ID:
188335

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 169 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187664



Common Names

  • Templetonia
  • Drummond's Templetonia
  • Templetonia Drummondii


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Description

Templetonia drummondii (also called Drummond's Templetonia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and heathlands. The leaves are narrow and linear, and the flowers are yellow and tubular.

Uses & Benefits

Templetonia drummondii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Templetonia drummondii has yellow flowers with five petals and long, narrow seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Templetonia drummondii is a perennial shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Templetonia drummondii

Templetonia drummondii can be found in the south-west of Western Australia, in the Stirling Range National Park and the Porongurup Range.

Templetonia drummondii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Templetonia drummondii?

Templetonia drummondii

What is the common name of Templetonia drummondii?

Drummond's templetonia

What is the family of Templetonia drummondii?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family