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
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.
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 Templetonia genus
Templetonia drummondii,
Templetonia sulcata,
Templetonia smithiana,
Templetonia aculeata,
Templetonia neglecta,
Templetonia hookeri,
Templetonia battii,
Templetonia stenophylla,
Templetonia egena,
Templetonia retusa,
Templetonia ceracea,
Templetonia incrassata,
Templetonia rossii,
Species in the Fabaceae family