Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
australe
ID:
212738

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. & C.Fraser

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212067

Common Names

  • Castanospermum australe
  • Australe Castanospermum
  • Australe's Castanospermum

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Description

Castanospermum australe (also called 'Moreton Bay Chestnut', among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to Australia and is found in dry savanna, wooded grassland, and coastal bushveld.

Uses & Benefits

Castanospermum australe 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Castanospermum australe has small, 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

Castanospermum australe is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be treated with a rooting hormone and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Castanospermum australe

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

Castanospermum australe FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castanospermum australe?

Castanospermum australe

What is the family of Castanospermum australe?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Castanospermum australe?

Australian Chestnut

Species in the Castanospermum genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.
Charles Fraser (1788-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Fraser' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:960752-1: Based on the initial data import