Sphaerolobium alatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alatum
ID:
189300
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
S.L.Endlicher & al., Enum. Pl. Hügel: 32 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188629
Common Names
- Winged Sphaerolobium
- Sphaerolobium alatum
- Winged Wedge-pea
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- Sphaerolobium stenopterum Meisn. [valid]
Description
Sphaerolobium alatum (also called Winged Sphaerolobium, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Australia, found in sandy soils in heathland and woodland areas. It has small yellow flowers that bloom from August to October.
Uses & Benefits
Sphaerolobium alatum is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sphaerolobium alatum has large yellow flowers. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
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Sphaerolobium alatum is a small shrub native to Western Australia. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Sphaerolobium alatum
Sphaerolobium alatum is native to New South Wales and Victoria. It can be found in open woodlands and along creek beds.
Sphaerolobium alatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sphaerolobium alatum?
Sphaerolobium alatum
What type of plant is Sphaerolobium alatum?
It is a shrub
Where is Sphaerolobium alatum found?
It is found in Australia
Species in the Sphaerolobium genus
Sphaerolobium macranthum, Sphaerolobium nudiflorum, Sphaerolobium pulchellum, Sphaerolobium gracile, Sphaerolobium vimineum, Sphaerolobium linophyllum, Sphaerolobium medium, Sphaerolobium fornicatum, Sphaerolobium racemulosum, Sphaerolobium grandiflorum, Sphaerolobium daviesioides, Sphaerolobium alatum, Sphaerolobium scabriusculum, Sphaerolobium acanthos, Sphaerolobium drummondii, Sphaerolobium pubescens, Sphaerolobium rostratum, Sphaerolobium validum, Sphaerolobium calcicola, Sphaerolobium benetectum, Sphaerolobium minus, Sphaerolobium hygrophilum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Sphaerolobium alatum Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.