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Sesbania formosa

Dragon Flowertree, Dragontree
Other regional names: Swamp Corkwood +3 more
  • Swamp Corkwood
  • Vegetable Hummingbird
  • Watertree
  • White Dragontree
Also known as: Agati formosa F.Muell. +1 more
  • Agati formosa F.Muell.
  • Agatii formosa F.Muell.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Fabaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.

Found natively in Australasia, Sesbania formosa (commonly known as Dragon Flowertree or Dragontree) is a tree belonging to the Fabaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to seasonally dry tropical conditions.

Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Australia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Northern Territory, Western Australia

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Queensland

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