Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
plicatum
ID:
202024

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
H.G.A.Engler & O.Drude, Veg. Erde9(III 1): 59 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201353

Common Names

  • Ptycholobium plicatum
  • Plicatum Ptycholobium
  • Plicatum Ptycholobium Plant

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia plicata Oliv. [valid]

Description

Ptycholobium plicatum (also called plicate wattle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ptycholobium plicatum is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ptycholobium plicatum sub. arabicum Brummitt
Ptycholobium plicatum sub. plicatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ptycholobium plicatum is a yellow, globular flower with many petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ptycholobium plicatum is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the cuttings moist until they are established.

Where to Find Ptycholobium plicatum

Ptycholobium plicatum is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Ptycholobium plicatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ptycholobium plicatum?

Ptycholobium plicatum

What is the common name of Ptycholobium plicatum?

Plicate wattle

What is the natural habitat of Ptycholobium plicatum?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.