Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sensitiva
ID:
188540

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aiton

Source:
ildis

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew.3: 496 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187869

Common Names

  • Sensitiva Smithia
  • Sensitiva Pea
  • Sensitiva Wild Sensitive Plant

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Synonyms

  • Aeschynomene tribuloides Baill. [valid]
  • Smithia javanica Benth. [valid]
  • Smithia laxiflora Benth. [valid]
  • Smithia flava Prain [unknown]
  • Smithia sensitiva flava (Prain) T.Cooke [unknown]
  • Petagnana sensitiva (Aiton) J.F.Gmel. [valid]
  • Coronilla surattensis D.García ex DC. [valid]
  • Damapana manneli Raf. [valid]
  • Damapana sensitiva (Aiton) Kuntze [valid]
  • Smithia sensitiva javanica (Benth.) Hochr. [valid]
  • Hedysarum ciliatum Roxb. ex Wight & Arn. [invalid]

Description

Smithia sensitiva (also called Sensitive Smithia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb up to 40 cm high. It is native to Western Australia and grows in sandy soils in heath or shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Smithia sensitiva is used as a medicinal plant and for soil improvement. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Smithia sensitiva has yellow flowers with a five-lobed corolla. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smithia sensitiva is a perennial shrub native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light and warmth.

Where to Find Smithia sensitiva

Smithia sensitiva is native to India and can be found in the dry deciduous forests of the country.

Smithia sensitiva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Smithia sensitiva?

Smithia sensitiva

What type of plant is Smithia sensitiva?

Herb

Where is Smithia sensitiva found?

Australia

Species in the Smithia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family