Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
capitatum
ID:
188973

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Lindl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg.18: t. 1563 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188302

Common Names

  • Capped Gompholobium
  • Capped Gompholobium Bush
  • Capped Gompholobium Tree

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Description

Gompholobium capitatum (also called Round-headed Gompholobium, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m high. It is native to Western Australia and is found in sandy and clay soils in woodlands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Gompholobium capitatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gompholobium capitatum is a small, yellow, globular flower head. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gompholobium capitatum is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grassland, open woodlands, and heathland. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best achieved by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Germination usually takes around two weeks.

Where to Find Gompholobium capitatum

Gompholobium capitatum is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.

Gompholobium capitatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gompholobium capitatum?

Gompholobium capitatum

What is the family of Gompholobium capitatum?

Fabaceae

Where is Gompholobium capitatum found?

Gompholobium capitatum is found in Australia

Species in the Gompholobium genus

Gompholobium scabrum, Gompholobium huegelii, Gompholobium marginatum, Gompholobium tomentosum, Gompholobium nitidum, Gompholobium gompholobioides, Gompholobium preissii, Gompholobium grandiflorum, Gompholobium glabratum, Gompholobium foliolosum, Gompholobium aristatum, Gompholobium confertum, Gompholobium ecostatum, Gompholobium baxteri, Gompholobium shuttleworthii, Gompholobium polymorphum, Gompholobium hendersonii, Gompholobium polyzygum, Gompholobium knightianum, Gompholobium capitatum, Gompholobium venustum, Gompholobium virgatum, Gompholobium villosum, Gompholobium ovatum, Gompholobium simplicifolium, Gompholobium obcordatum, Gompholobium pinnatum, Gompholobium uncinatum, Gompholobium latifolium, Gompholobium burtonioides, Gompholobium subulatum, Gompholobium viscidulum, Gompholobium minus, Gompholobium inconspicuum, Gompholobium cinereum, Gompholobium cyaninum, Gompholobium gairdnerianum, Gompholobium glutinosum, Gompholobium karijini, Gompholobium laxum, Gompholobium muticum, Gompholobium pungens, Gompholobium roseum, Gompholobium wonganense, Gompholobium aspalathoides, Gompholobium oreophilum, Gompholobium drummondii, Gompholobium glabristylum,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.