Calobota cuspidosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Burch.) Boatwr. & B.-E.van Wyk
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot.75: 553 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743460
Common Names
- Calobota cuspidosa
- Pointed Calobota
- Pointed Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calobota cuspidosa (also called Cuspidosa, among many other common names) is a shrub found in Australia. It has a dense, spreading crown, and can reach up to 2 m in height. Its leaves are alternate, narrow-elliptic in shape, and are up to 5 cm long. It is native to the east coast of Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Calobota cuspidosa is a small, succulent perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has small white flowers and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for a low-maintenance garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calobota cuspidosa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calobota cuspidosa is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.
Where to Find Calobota cuspidosa
Calobota cuspidosa is found in the south-west of Western Australia.
Calobota cuspidosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calobota cuspidosa?
Calobota cuspidosa
What is the common name of Calobota cuspidosa?
Cuspid Calobota
What is the natural habitat of Calobota cuspidosa?
Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands
Species in the Calobota genus
Calobota cytisoides, Calobota acanthoclada, Calobota angustifolia, Calobota cinerea, Calobota cuspidosa, Calobota elongata, Calobota halenbergensis, Calobota linearifolia, Calobota lotononoides, Calobota obovata, Calobota psiloloba, Calobota pungens, Calobota saharae, Calobota sericea, Calobota spinescens, Calobota namibensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
William John Burchell (1781-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burch.' in the authors string.
Ben-Erik van Wyk (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.-E.van Wyk' in the authors string.
James S. Boatwright: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boatwr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77100894-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Calobota cuspidosa (Burch.) Boatwr. & B.-E.van Wyk: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.