Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tanamiensis
ID:
503694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Joy Thomps.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Telopea5: 496 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503026

Common Names

  • Swainsona tanamiensis
  • Tanamiensis Swainsona
  • Psychanthus peekelii

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Description

Swainsona tanamiensis (also called Tanami Swainsona, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in lowland forests, woodlands, and savannas. It has a smooth grey bark and small, white, fragrant flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Swainsona tanamiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, coughs, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Swainsona tanamiensis are yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swainsona tanamiensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, the plants should be fertilized regularly and kept in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Swainsona tanamiensis

Swainsona tanamiensis is native to Australia.

Swainsona tanamiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Swainsona tanamiensis?

Swainsona tanamiensis

What is the common name of Swainsona tanamiensis?

Tanami Swainsona

What type of plant is Swainsona tanamiensis?

A shrub

Species in the Swainsona genus

Swainsona galegifolia, Swainsona canescens, Swainsona greyana, Swainsona maccullochiana, Swainsona phacoides, Swainsona formosa, Swainsona oliveri, Swainsona microphylla, Swainsona unifoliolata, Swainsona fissimontana, Swainsona oroboides, Swainsona elegans, Swainsona campestris, Swainsona brachycarpa, Swainsona murrayana, Swainsona flavicarinata, Swainsona recta, Swainsona viridis, Swainsona burkittii, Swainsona laciniata, Swainsona dictyocarpa, Swainsona villosa, Swainsona ecallosa, Swainsona lessertiifolia, Swainsona swainsonioides, Swainsona plagiotropis, Swainsona parviflora, Swainsona procumbens, Swainsona kingii, Swainsona pedunculata, Swainsona laxa, Swainsona microcalyx, Swainsona burkei, Swainsona pterostylis, Swainsona stipularis, Swainsona stenodonta, Swainsona leeana, Swainsona luteola, Swainsona beasleyana, Swainsona incei, Swainsona cyclocarpa, Swainsona campylantha, Swainsona gracilis, Swainsona oligophylla, Swainsona forrestii, Swainsona decurrens, Swainsona tephrotricha, Swainsona rostellata, Swainsona colutoides, Swainsona fraseri,

Species in the Fabaceae family