Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
hirsutum
ID:
188556

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.C.Nielsen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.2: 482 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187885

Common Names

  • Archidendron hirsutum
  • Hirsutum
  • Hirsutum Archidendron

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Description

Archidendron hirsutum (also called 'Basket Tree', 'Kurrajong' and 'Lacebark', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is native to Australia, found in Queensland, New South Wales and the Northern Territory. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, as well as in riparian and wet sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Archidendron hirsutum is used as a medicinal plant and for soil improvement. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Archidendron hirsutum has small yellow flowers with five petals and long stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Archidendron hirsutum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Archidendron hirsutum

Archidendron hirsutum is native to Australia and can be found in the eastern states, from Queensland to Victoria.

Archidendron hirsutum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Archidendron hirsutum?

Archidendron hirsutum

What is the common name of Archidendron hirsutum?

Hairy Archidendron

What is the family of Archidendron hirsutum?

Fabaceae

Species in the Archidendron genus

Archidendron microcarpum, Archidendron bigeminum, Archidendron clypearia, Archidendron vaillantii, Archidendron pauciflorum, Archidendron hendersonii, Archidendron hirsutum, Archidendron lucyi, Archidendron muellerianum, Archidendron lovelliae, Archidendron whitei, Archidendron ramiflorum, Archidendron grandiflorum, Archidendron lucidum, Archidendron eberhardtii, Archidendron balansae, Archidendron alternifoliolatum, Archidendron turgidum, Archidendron chevalieri, Archidendron tonkinense, Archidendron robinsonii, Archidendron dalatense, Archidendron kerrii, Archidendron utile, Archidendron baucheri, Archidendron bubalinum, Archidendron conspicuum, Archidendron contortum, Archidendron cordifolium, Archidendron ellipticum, Archidendron glomeriflorum, Archidendron jiringa, Archidendron laoticum, Archidendron occultatum, Archidendron pellitum, Archidendron poilanei, Archidendron quocense, Archidendron tetraphyllum, Archidendron globosum, Archidendron arborescens, Archidendron alatum, Archidendron apoense, Archidendron aruense, Archidendron beguinii, Archidendron bellum, Archidendron borneense, Archidendron brachycarpum, Archidendron brevicalyx, Archidendron brevipes, Archidendron calliandrum,

Species in the Fabaceae family