Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
hians
ID:
695571

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Chandler & Crisp

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.15: 658 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694904

Common Names

  • Gastrolobium hians
  • Gastrolobium Hians var. Hians
  • Gastrolobium Hians var. Subhians

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Description

Gastrolobium hians (also called Hian's Gastrolobium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in moist, shady areas, and has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrolobium hians is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat coughs and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gastrolobium hians is yellow and has a sweet smell. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrolobium hians is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun, and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer or water.

Where to Find Gastrolobium hians

Gastrolobium hians can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Gastrolobium hians FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrolobium hians?

Gastrolobium hians

What type of plant is Gastrolobium hians?

It is a type of shrub.

What is the habitat of Gastrolobium hians?

It is found in dry, open areas in Australia.

Species in the Gastrolobium genus

Gastrolobium grandiflorum, Gastrolobium parviflorum, Gastrolobium calycinum, Gastrolobium bennettsianum, Gastrolobium microcarpum, Gastrolobium densifolium, Gastrolobium villosum, Gastrolobium tetragonophyllum, Gastrolobium pycnostachyum, Gastrolobium parvifolium, Gastrolobium appressum, Gastrolobium glaucum, Gastrolobium spinosum, Gastrolobium racemosum, Gastrolobium rigidum, Gastrolobium polystachyum, Gastrolobium tomentosum, Gastrolobium propinquum, Gastrolobium laytonii, Gastrolobium graniticum, Gastrolobium trilobum, Gastrolobium heterophyllum, Gastrolobium crassifolium, Gastrolobium floribundum, Gastrolobium stenophyllum, Gastrolobium oxylobioides, Gastrolobium brevipes, Gastrolobium spectabile, Gastrolobium bilobum, Gastrolobium reticulatum, Gastrolobium spathulatum, Gastrolobium obovatum, Gastrolobium pulchellum, Gastrolobium plicatum, Gastrolobium truncatum, Gastrolobium pyramidale, Gastrolobium hians, Gastrolobium whicherense, Gastrolobium wonganense, Gastrolobium acutum, Gastrolobium axillare, Gastrolobium brownii, Gastrolobium callistachys, Gastrolobium crenulatum, Gastrolobium cuneatum, Gastrolobium epacridoides, Gastrolobium hamulosum, Gastrolobium hookeri, Gastrolobium ilicifolium, Gastrolobium lehmannii,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.
Gregory T. Chandler (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Chandler' in the authors string.