Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gunnii
ID:
1427934

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.93: 302 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444099

Common Names

  • Pullenia gunnii
  • Gunn's Pullenia
  • Gunn's Pullenia Shrub

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Description

Pullenia gunnii (also called Pullenia gunnii, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in dry areas, often in open woodland or scrub, and on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pullenia gunnii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used in horticulture as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pullenia gunnii has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pullenia gunnii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Pullenia gunnii

Pullenia gunnii is native to Australia and is found in dry, rocky soils. It is found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and Victoria.

Pullenia gunnii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pullenia gunnii?

Pullenia gunnii

What is the family of Pullenia gunnii?

Fabaceae

Where is Pullenia gunnii native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and China

Species in the Pullenia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Kazuaki Ohashi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Ohashi' in the authors string.