Dendrolobium stipatum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stipatum
ID:
189076
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.T.Blake
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot.2: 117 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188405
Common Names
- Stipate Dendrolobium
- Dendrolobium stipatum
- Stipate Tree-pea
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- Holtzea umbellata Schindl. [valid]
Description
Dendrolobium stipatum (also called Stipulate Dendrolobium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of up to 5 m. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers which appear in spring and summer. It is found in open woodlands, heathlands and dry sclerophyll forests in New South Wales and Queensland.
Uses & Benefits
Dendrolobium stipatum is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dendrolobium stipatum has small, yellow flowers, which are followed by small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Dendrolobium stipatum is a hardy shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn and place them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Dendrolobium stipatum
Dendrolobium stipatum is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands in the eastern states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.
Dendrolobium stipatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dendrolobium stipatum?
Dendrolobium stipatum
What type of plant is Dendrolobium stipatum?
Tree
Where is Dendrolobium stipatum found?
Australia
Species in the Dendrolobium genus
Dendrolobium triangulare, Dendrolobium stipatum, Dendrolobium umbellatum, Dendrolobium cheelii, Dendrolobium polyneurum, Dendrolobium lanceolatum, Dendrolobium dispermum, Dendrolobium baccatum, Dendrolobium olivaceum, Dendrolobium rostratum, Dendrolobium rugosum, Dendrolobium thorelii, Dendrolobium cumingianum, Dendrolobium ursinum, Dendrolobium arbuscula, Dendrolobium geesinkii, Dendrolobium papuacola, Dendrolobium quinquepetalum, Dendrolobium multiflorum, Dendrolobium arbuscula, Dendrolobium polyneurum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Stanley Thatcher Blake (1910-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Blake' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dendrolobium stipatum S.T.Blake: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.