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Description
Gompholobium Virgatum, also known as slender wedge-pea, is a flowering plant belonging to the family Fabaceae. It is native to Australia and grows in sandy or gravelly soils in coastal areas. The plant typically grows up to 1 meter in height and has a slender, erect stem. The leaves are small and narrow, with a length of about 2-4 cm. The flowers are yellow and grow in clusters of 2-4. The plant blooms from late winter to early summer.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Gompholobium |
Appearance
Gompholobium Virgatum is a slender, erect plant that grows up to 1 meter in height. The leaves are small and narrow, with a length of about 2-4 cm. The flowers are yellow and grow in clusters of 2-4. The plant blooms from late winter to early summer. The seeds are contained in a pod that splits open when ripe.
Care Guide
Gompholobium Virgatum requires well-draining soil and full sunlight. It is a drought-tolerant plant and does not require frequent watering. However, it is recommended to water the plant deeply once a week during the growing season. Fertilizer can be applied once a month during the growing season. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Gompholobium Virgatum is susceptible to root rot if the soil is poorly drained. It may also be attacked by spider mites, aphids, and whiteflies. These pests can be controlled by spraying the plant with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
Habitat
Gompholobium Virgatum is native to Australia and grows in sandy or gravelly soils in coastal areas.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Gompholobium Virgatum a drought-tolerant plant?
A: Yes, Gompholobium Virgatum is a drought-tolerant plant and does not require frequent watering.
Q: What is the recommended frequency of fertilization for Gompholobium Virgatum?
A: Fertilizer can be applied once a month during the growing season.
Q: What are the common pests that attack Gompholobium Virgatum?
A: Gompholobium Virgatum may be attacked by spider mites, aphids, and whiteflies.
Q: In what USDA zones is Gompholobium Virgatum hardy?
A: Gompholobium Virgatum is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Related Plants
- Gompholobium Huegelii
- Gompholobium Nitidum
- Gompholobium Polystachyum
References
- “Gompholobium virgatum.” Australian Native Plants Society (Australia). Accessed September 28, 2021. https://anpsa.org.au/g-vir.html.
- “Gompholobium virgatum.” PlantNet. Accessed September 28, 2021. https://plantnet.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/cgi-bin/NSWfl.pl?page=nswfl&lvl=sp&name=Gompholobium~virgatum.
- “Slender Wedge-pea.” Atlas of Living Australia. Accessed September 28, 2021. https://bie.ala.org.au/species/https://id.biodiversity.org.au/node/apni/2900334.
