Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phylicoides
ID:
189313

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sieber ex DC.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 13 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188642

Common Names

  • Phyllota phylicoides
  • Bristly Phyllota
  • Bristly Leafless

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Synonyms

  • Pultenaea aspera Sieber ex DC. [valid]
  • Pultenaea phylicoides Sieber ex DC. [valid]
  • Pultenaea comosa Sieber ex DC. [valid]
  • Phyllota sturtii Benth. [valid]
  • Phyllota comosa (DC.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Phyllota baueri Benth. [unknown]
  • Phyllota aspera (DC.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Phyllota phylicoides aspera (DC.) Domin [unknown]
  • Phyllota phylicoides baueri (Benth.) Domin [unknown]
  • Phyllota phylicoides billardierei (Benth.) Domin [unknown]
  • Phyllota phylicoides comosa (DC.) Domin [unknown]
  • Phyllota phylicoides typica Domin [invalid]
  • Phyllota billardierei Benth. [unknown]

Description

Phyllota phylicoides (also called 'Common Phyllota' and 'Golden Phyllota', among many other common names) is a shrub with yellow, pea-shaped flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllota phylicoides is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phyllota phylicoides is yellow and tubular in shape. The seed is small and brown in colour. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllota phylicoides can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have established roots.

Where to Find Phyllota phylicoides

Phyllota phylicoides is found in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Phyllota phylicoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllota phylicoides?

Phyllota phylicoides

What is the common name of Phyllota phylicoides?

Phylicoides Phyllota

What is the natural habitat of Phyllota phylicoides?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands of south-eastern Australia

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Franz Sieber (1789-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sieber' in the authors string.