Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
hookeri
ID:
189251

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188580



Common Names

  • Templetonia hookeri
  • Hookeri Templetonia
  • Hooker's Templetonia


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Synonyms

  • Nematophyllum hookeri F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Templetonia hookeri (also called Hooker's templetonia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a rounded habit. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green foliage and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Templetonia hookeri is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Templetonia hookeri has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The flowers are followed by small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Templetonia hookeri is a perennial shrub that is native to Australia. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Templetonia hookeri

Templetonia hookeri is native to Australia.

Templetonia hookeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Templetonia hookeri?

Templetonia hookeri

What is the common name of Templetonia hookeri?

Hooker's Templetonia

What is the natural habitat of Templetonia hookeri?

It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and heaths in Australia.

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.