Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barbata
ID:
188649

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
S.L.Endlicher & al., Enum. Pl. Hügel: 33 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187978

Common Names

  • Mountain Phyllota
  • Barbed Phyllota
  • Mountain Tick-trefoil

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Synonyms

  • Phyllota villosa Turcz. [valid]

Description

Phyllota barbata (also called barbed phyllota, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia and New Guinea. It grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, and is often found in areas of low fertility. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are yellow or white. It produces pods containing edible seeds.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllota barbata is a shrub that is used as a food source for native animals, as well as for its ornamental value in gardens. It can also be used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllota barbata has yellow flowers with 5 petals. Its seeds are small, brown and round-shaped. Its seedlings have small, round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllota barbata is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2m. It prefers well-drained soils in a sunny position and is frost tolerant. Propagation is from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer from semi-hardwood cuttings.

Where to Find Phyllota barbata

Phyllota barbata is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Phyllota barbata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllota barbata?

Phyllota barbata

What is the common name of Phyllota barbata?

Barbed Phyllota

Where does Phyllota barbata grow?

Phyllota barbata is native to Australia and grows in open forest and woodlands.

Species in the Fabaceae family