Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudosphaerosperma
ID:
202002

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schinz) Brummitt

Source:
ildis

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 41: 220 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201331

Common Names

  • Requienia pseudosphaerosperma
  • False Round-seeded Requienia
  • False Round-seeded Acacia

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Synonyms

  • Tephrosia pseudosphaerosperma Schinz [valid]

Description

Requienia pseudosphaerosperma (also called False Sphaerosperma, among many other common names) is a species of Acacia native to Australia. It is a small to medium-sized tree growing up to 8 m in height, with grey-brown bark and grey-green phyllodes. It is found in a wide range of habitats, from rainforest margins to dry sclerophyll forest and woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Requienia pseudosphaerosperma is used as a source of food for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as a source of wood for furniture and other products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Requienia pseudosphaerosperma 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

Requienia pseudosphaerosperma is a small, evergreen shrub 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 Requienia pseudosphaerosperma

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

Requienia pseudosphaerosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Requienia pseudosphaerosperma?

Requienia pseudosphaerosperma

What is the common name of Requienia pseudosphaerosperma?

False round-seeded hoary pea

What is the natural habitat of Requienia pseudosphaerosperma?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Requienia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.
Richard Kenneth Brummitt (1937-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brummitt' in the authors string.