Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Crisp
Source:
ildis
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
C.H.Stirton (ed.), Advances Legume System.3: 130 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186041
Common Names
- Small-flowered Gastrolobium
- Small-flowered Poison-bush
- Gastrolobium parviflorum
Synonyms
- Oxylobium parviflorum Benth. [valid]
- Callistachys parviflora (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
- Nemcia parviflora (Benth.) Domin [valid]
Description
Gastrolobium parviflorum (also called 'Small-flowered Poison Pea' and 'Small-flowered Poison Bush', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, heaths, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Gastrolobium parviflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gastrolobium parviflorum is a yellow pea-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gastrolobium parviflorum is a small shrub that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is best propagated by seed, and can be grown from cuttings. It is tolerant of drought and frost.
Where to Find Gastrolobium parviflorum
Gastrolobium parviflorum is native to Australia and can be found in parts of Western Australia, South Australia, and New South Wales.
Gastrolobium parviflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gastrolobium parviflorum?
Gastrolobium parviflorum
What is the common name of Gastrolobium parviflorum?
Small-flowered poison-pea
What is the family of Gastrolobium parviflorum?
Fabaceae
Species in the Gastrolobium genus
Gastrolobium grandiflorum,
Gastrolobium parviflorum,
Gastrolobium calycinum,
Gastrolobium bennettsianum,
Gastrolobium microcarpum,
Gastrolobium densifolium,
Gastrolobium villosum,
Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum,
Gastrolobium pycnostachyum,
Gastrolobium parvifolium,
Gastrolobium appressum,
Gastrolobium glaucum,
Gastrolobium spinosum,
Gastrolobium racemosum,
Gastrolobium rigidum,
Gastrolobium polystachyum,
Gastrolobium tomentosum,
Gastrolobium propinquum,
Gastrolobium laytonii,
Gastrolobium graniticum,
Gastrolobium trilobum,
Gastrolobium heterophyllum,
Gastrolobium crassifolium,
Gastrolobium floribundum,
Gastrolobium stenophyllum,
Gastrolobium oxylobioides,
Gastrolobium brevipes,
Gastrolobium spectabile,
Gastrolobium bilobum,
Gastrolobium reticulatum,
Gastrolobium spathulatum,
Gastrolobium obovatum,
Gastrolobium pulchellum,
Gastrolobium plicatum,
Gastrolobium truncatum,
Gastrolobium pyramidale,
Gastrolobium hians,
Gastrolobium whicherense,
Gastrolobium wonganense,
Gastrolobium acutum,
Gastrolobium axillare,
Gastrolobium brownii,
Gastrolobium callistachys,
Gastrolobium crenulatum,
Gastrolobium cuneatum,
Gastrolobium epacridoides,
Gastrolobium hamulosum,
Gastrolobium hookeri,
Gastrolobium ilicifolium,
Gastrolobium lehmannii,
Species in the Fabaceae family