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
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.
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
Kazuaki Ohashi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Ohashi' in the authors string.