Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pinnatum
ID:
189200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (König & Sims)1: 505 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188529

Common Names

  • Gompholobium Pinnatum
  • Feather-Leaf Gompholobium
  • Feather-Leaf Pea

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Description

Gompholobium pinnatum (also called Pinnate Wedge-pea, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It has yellow flowers and is native to Australia, particularly in the south-western parts of Western Australia. It is commonly found in sandy soils and is well adapted to dry climates.

Uses & Benefits

Gompholobium pinnatum is used as a source of fodder for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gompholobium pinnatum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gompholobium pinnatum is best propagated from seed. Collect the seed in late summer or early autumn and sow it in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the seed in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The seed should germinate within a few weeks.

Where to Find Gompholobium pinnatum

Gompholobium pinnatum is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and heathlands.

Gompholobium pinnatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gompholobium pinnatum?

Gompholobium pinnatum

What is the common name of Gompholobium pinnatum?

Pinnate gompholobium

What is the natural habitat of Gompholobium pinnatum?

Dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

Species in the Gompholobium genus

Gompholobium scabrum, Gompholobium huegelii, Gompholobium marginatum, Gompholobium tomentosum, Gompholobium nitidum, Gompholobium gompholobioides, Gompholobium preissii, Gompholobium grandiflorum, Gompholobium glabratum, Gompholobium foliolosum, Gompholobium aristatum, Gompholobium confertum, Gompholobium ecostatum, Gompholobium baxteri, Gompholobium shuttleworthii, Gompholobium polymorphum, Gompholobium hendersonii, Gompholobium polyzygum, Gompholobium knightianum, Gompholobium capitatum, Gompholobium venustum, Gompholobium virgatum, Gompholobium villosum, Gompholobium ovatum, Gompholobium simplicifolium, Gompholobium obcordatum, Gompholobium pinnatum, Gompholobium uncinatum, Gompholobium latifolium, Gompholobium burtonioides, Gompholobium subulatum, Gompholobium viscidulum, Gompholobium minus, Gompholobium inconspicuum, Gompholobium cinereum, Gompholobium cyaninum, Gompholobium gairdnerianum, Gompholobium glutinosum, Gompholobium karijini, Gompholobium laxum, Gompholobium muticum, Gompholobium pungens, Gompholobium roseum, Gompholobium wonganense, Gompholobium aspalathoides, Gompholobium oreophilum, Gompholobium drummondii, Gompholobium glabristylum,

Species in the Fabaceae family