Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
simplicifolium
ID:
189192

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell. & Tate) Crisp

Source:
ildis

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
C.H.Stirton (ed.), Advances Legume System.3: 129 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188521

Common Names

  • Simple Gompholobium
  • Simple-leaved Gompholobium
  • Simple-leaved Parrot Pea

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Synonyms

  • Burtonia simplicifolia F.Muell. & Tate ex F.Muell. [valid]

Description

Gompholobium simplicifolium (also called Simple-leaved 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 simplicifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gompholobium simplicifolium 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 simplicifolium is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 0.5-1 m. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny position. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Gompholobium simplicifolium

Gompholobium simplicifolium is native to Australia.

Gompholobium simplicifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gompholobium simplicifolium?

Gompholobium simplicifolium

What is the common name of Gompholobium simplicifolium?

Simple-leaf gompholobium

What is the natural habitat of Gompholobium simplicifolium?

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

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Ralph Tate (1840-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tate' in the authors string.
Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.