Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
retusa
ID:
195563

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vent.) R.Br.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
W.T.Aiton, Hortus Kew.4: 269 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194892



Common Names

  • Templetonia retusa
  • Templetonia
  • Cockies Tongue


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Synonyms

  • Templetonia glauca Sims [valid]
  • Rafnia retusa Vent. [valid]
  • Templetonia retusa angustifolia Regel [valid]

Description

Templetonia retusa (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 retusa 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 retusa 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 retusa 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 retusa

Templetonia retusa is found in Australia, particularly in the south-west of Western Australia.

Templetonia retusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Templetonia retusa?

Templetonia retusa

What is the common name of Templetonia retusa?

Retuse Templetonia

What is the natural habitat of Templetonia retusa?

Open woodlands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Étienne Pierre Ventenat (1757-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vent.' in the authors string.