Status:
valid
Authors:
(Andrews) Crisp & P.H.Weston
Source:
ildis
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
M.D.Crisp & J.J.Doyle (eds.), Advances Legume System.7: 280 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193105
Common Names
- Podolobium ilicifolium
- Ilicifolium Podolobium
- Podolobium Ilicifolium
Synonyms
- Oxylobium ilicifolium (Andrews) Domin [valid]
- Oxylobium trilobatum Benth. [valid]
- Oxylobium staurophyllum (Sieber ex DC.) Benth. [valid]
- Podolobium trilobatum R.Br. [unknown]
- Podolobium bidwellianum J.W.Loudon [invalid]
- Podolobium staurophyllum Sieber ex DC. [valid]
- Podolobium berberifolium A.Cunn. ex Lindl. [valid]
- Podolobium aquifolium Lodd. ex G.Don [invalid]
- Pultenaea ilicifolia Andrews [valid]
- Callistachys ilicifolia (Andrews) Kuntze [valid]
- Callistachys staurophylla (Sieber ex DC.) Kuntze [valid]
- Chorizema trilobum Sm. [unknown]
- Oxylobium trilobatum staurophyllum (DC.) Maiden & Betche [unknown]
Description
Podolobium ilicifolium (also called Holly-leaved Podolobium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in Madagascar. It has simple, alternate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist, lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Podolobium ilicifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other illnesses.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Podolobium ilicifolium has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are short and thin with multiple stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Podolobium ilicifolium is a deciduous tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer.
Where to Find Podolobium ilicifolium
Podolobium ilicifolium is native to Australia and can be found in the eucalyptus woodlands of the country.
Podolobium ilicifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Podolobium ilicifolium?
Podolobium ilicifolium
What is the common name of Podolobium ilicifolium?
Podolobium
What is the natural habitat of Podolobium ilicifolium?
Tropical forests of Madagascar
Species in the Podolobium genus
Species in the Fabaceae family