Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
egena
ID:
195562

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 170 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194891



Common Names

  • Templetonia egena
  • Templetonia
  • Templetonia retusa


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Synonyms

  • Bossiaea egena (F.Muell.) F.Muell. [valid]
  • Daviesia egena F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Templetonia egena (also called Templetonia, Templetonia Retusa, and many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in a variety of habitats, from dry deciduous forests to rainforests and mangroves. It typically grows up to 3 metres tall, with a trunk up to 0.5 metres in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Templetonia egena is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin problems, and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Templetonia egena is a small, yellow, pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with two to four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Templetonia egena is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 2 meters. It is propagated from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are ready to be transplanted into the ground.

Where to Find Templetonia egena

Templetonia egena can be found in the temperate forests of Australia.

Templetonia egena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Templetonia egena?

Templetonia egena

What is the common name of Templetonia egena?

Egena Templetonia

What is the natural habitat of Templetonia egena?

Open woodlands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.