Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rigidum
ID:
188606

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.A.Gardner) Crisp

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
C.H.Stirton (ed.), Advances Legume System.3: 130 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187935

Common Names

  • Rigid Poison-pea
  • Rigid Poison Pea
  • Rigid Pea

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Synonyms

  • Oxylobium rigidum C.A.Gardner [valid]

Description

Gastrolobium rigidum (also called Rigid Gastrolobium, among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub that grows up to 1 metre in height. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia and grows in heathland, shrubland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gastrolobium rigidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a food source for native wildlife, and its flowers attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gastrolobium rigidum are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gastrolobium rigidum is a shrub that can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Gastrolobium rigidum

Gastrolobium rigidum is found in Australia.

Gastrolobium rigidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gastrolobium rigidum?

Gastrolobium rigidum

What type of plant is Gastrolobium rigidum?

It is a shrub species of the Fabaceae family.

Where is Gastrolobium rigidum found?

It is found in New South Wales and Victoria.

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

Charles Austin Gardner (1896-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Gardner' in the authors string.
Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.