Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aurea
ID:
212724

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aiton) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 26 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212053

Common Names

  • Calpurnia aurea
  • Aurea Calpurnia
  • Aurea's Calpurnia

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Synonyms

  • Sophora aurea Aiton [valid]
  • Robinia subdecandra L'Her. [deprecated]
  • Podalyria aurea (Aiton) Willd. [valid]
  • Virgilia aurea (Aiton) Lam. [valid]
  • Calpurnia subdecandra (L'Her.) Schweick. [unknown]

Description

Calpurnia aurea (also called 'Golden Calpurnia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to South Africa and is found in wooded grassland, dry savanna, and coastal bushveld.

Uses & Benefits

Calpurnia aurea is used as a traditional medicine for treating malaria, fever, and stomach ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of timber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Calpurnia aurea sub. indica Brummitt
Calpurnia aurea sub. aurea

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calpurnia aurea has bright yellow flowers that produce small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calpurnia aurea can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Calpurnia aurea

Calpurnia aurea is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in New South Wales and Queensland.

Calpurnia aurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calpurnia aurea?

Calpurnia aurea

What is the family of Calpurnia aurea?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Calpurnia aurea?

Golden Calpurnia

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.