Status:
valid
Authors:
Brummitt
Source:
ildis
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 41: 282 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202301
Common Names
- Faulkner's Wattle
- Faulkner Wattle
- Faulkner Acacia
Description
Tephrosia faulknerae (also called 'Faulkner's Tephrosia', among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub with a woody base, growing up to 1.5 m high. It is native to Australia, found in a variety of habitats including open woodlands, grasslands, and dry sclerophyll forests. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, oblong leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Tephrosia faulknerae is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and tools. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tephrosia faulknerae is white and pink in colour. The seed is small, oval shaped and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tephrosia faulknerae is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed by sowing in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. It is important to keep the soil moist but not wet. Once established, Tephrosia faulknerae is relatively low maintenance and requires minimal pruning.
Where to Find Tephrosia faulknerae
Tephrosia faulknerae can be found in the south-west of Western Australia, in the Great Southern and South West regions.
Tephrosia faulknerae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tephrosia faulknerae?
Tephrosia faulknerae
What is the common name of Tephrosia faulknerae?
Faulknerae
What is the natural habitat of Tephrosia faulknerae?
Open woodlands and grasslands
Species in the Tephrosia genus
Tephrosia abbottiae,
Tephrosia adunca,
Tephrosia angustissima,
Tephrosia belizensis,
Tephrosia brandegei,
Tephrosia cana,
Tephrosia chrysophylla,
Tephrosia cinerea,
Tephrosia clementis,
Tephrosia conzattii,
Tephrosia cuernavacana,
Tephrosia decumbens,
Tephrosia diversifolia,
Tephrosia egregia,
Tephrosia florida,
Tephrosia foliolosa,
Tephrosia guaranitica,
Tephrosia hassleri,
Tephrosia hypoleuca,
Tephrosia lanata,
Tephrosia langlassei,
Tephrosia leiocarpa,
Tephrosia leucantha,
Tephrosia lindheimeri,
Tephrosia madrensis,
Tephrosia major,
Tephrosia marginata,
Tephrosia mexicana,
Tephrosia multifolia,
Tephrosia nicaraguensis,
Tephrosia nitens,
Tephrosia onobrychoides,
Tephrosia pachypoda,
Tephrosia palmeri,
Tephrosia perriniana,
Tephrosia platyphylla,
Tephrosia pogonocalyx,
Tephrosia potosina,
Tephrosia pringlei,
Tephrosia quercetorum,
Tephrosia rhodantha,
Tephrosia rugelii,
Tephrosia saxicola,
Tephrosia seemannii,
Tephrosia simulans,
Tephrosia smallii,
Tephrosia submontana,
Tephrosia tepicana,
Tephrosia thurberi,
Tephrosia vernicosa,
Species in the Fabaceae family