Urodon capitatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou22(II): 17 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187927
Common Names
- Urodon capitatus
- Capitatus Urodon
- Urodon Capitatus
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- Pultenaea capitata (Turcz.) Druce [valid]
- Pultenaea urodon Benth. [illegitimate]
- Phyllota urodon F.Muell. [invalid]
Description
Urodon capitatus (also called Round-headed Urodon, among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub that grows up to 0.5 metres in height. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia and grows in heathland, shrubland and woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Urodon capitatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a food source for native wildlife, and its flowers attract bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Urodon capitatus are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Urodon capitatus is a shrub that can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Urodon capitatus
Urodon capitatus is found in Australia.
Urodon capitatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Urodon capitatus?
Urodon capitatus
What type of plant is Urodon capitatus?
It is a shrub species of the Fabaceae family.
Where is Urodon capitatus found?
It is found in New South Wales and Victoria.
Species in the Urodon genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Urodon capitatus Turcz.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.