Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gobensis
ID:
203127

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brummitt

Source:
ildis

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 41: 368 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000202456

Common Names

  • Gobensis Tephrosia
  • Gobensis Wattle
  • Gobensis Thorn

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Description

Tephrosia gobensis (also called 'Gidgee', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree or shrub native to Australia. It has a rough, grey bark, and its leaves are bipinnate and up to 10 cm long. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, and is drought and frost tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Tephrosia gobensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The wood of Tephrosia gobensis is used for fuel and construction, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tephrosia gobensis is a small, yellow, globular head, and the seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and curved. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tephrosia gobensis is a perennial shrub that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow them in a warm, sunny location and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to take cuttings from healthy, mature plants and root them in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Tephrosia gobensis

Tephrosia gobensis is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

Tephrosia gobensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tephrosia gobensis?

Tephrosia gobensis

What is the family of Tephrosia gobensis?

Fabaceae

What is the habitat of Tephrosia gobensis?

Dry sclerophyll forests

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