Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Australas. J. Pharm.2: 31 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188615
Common Names
- Templetonia battii
- Battii Templetonia
- Batt's Templetonia
Synonyms
- Bossiaea battii (F.Muell.) Tate [valid]
Description
Templetonia battii (also called Batt's Templetonia, 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
Templetonia battii is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Templetonia battii has small yellow flowers. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Templetonia battii 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 Templetonia battii
Templetonia battii is found in Western Australia.
Templetonia battii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Templetonia battii?
Templetonia battii
What type of plant is Templetonia battii?
It is a shrub
Where is Templetonia battii found?
It is found in Australia
Species in the Templetonia genus
Templetonia drummondii,
Templetonia sulcata,
Templetonia smithiana,
Templetonia aculeata,
Templetonia neglecta,
Templetonia hookeri,
Templetonia battii,
Templetonia stenophylla,
Templetonia egena,
Templetonia retusa,
Templetonia ceracea,
Templetonia incrassata,
Templetonia rossii,
Species in the Fabaceae family