Status:
valid
Authors:
Regel
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Vollst. Handb. Bl.-Gärtn., ed. 2, 5: 62 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002198
Common Names
- Bossiaea Hendersonii
- Henderson's Bossiaea
- Henderson's Bossiaea Tree
Description
Bossiaea hendersonii (also called 'Henderson's Bossiaea', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, open forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Bossiaea hendersonii has been used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bossiaea hendersonii has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and oval shaped with a brown and white speckled pattern. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bossiaea hendersonii is a shrub that is best grown in well-drained, alkaline soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and cuttings should be taken in summer. Layering can be done in autumn or spring.
Where to Find Bossiaea hendersonii
Bossiaea hendersonii can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.
Bossiaea hendersonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bossiaea hendersonii?
Bossiaea hendersonii
What is the natural habitat of Bossiaea hendersonii?
Bossiaea hendersonii is native to Australia.
What are the uses of Bossiaea hendersonii?
Bossiaea hendersonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Species in the Bossiaea genus
Bossiaea foliosa,
Bossiaea pulchella,
Bossiaea disticha,
Bossiaea heterophylla,
Bossiaea linophylla,
Bossiaea prostrata,
Bossiaea webbii,
Bossiaea walkeri,
Bossiaea stephensonii,
Bossiaea kiamensis,
Bossiaea ensata,
Bossiaea spinosa,
Bossiaea bossiaeoides,
Bossiaea aquifolium,
Bossiaea rufa,
Bossiaea brownii,
Bossiaea carinalis,
Bossiaea leptacantha,
Bossiaea riparia,
Bossiaea oligosperma,
Bossiaea rhombifolia,
Bossiaea dentata,
Bossiaea divaricata,
Bossiaea buxifolia,
Bossiaea cinerea,
Bossiaea scolopendria,
Bossiaea rupicola,
Bossiaea peduncularis,
Bossiaea bracteosa,
Bossiaea obcordata,
Bossiaea eriocarpa,
Bossiaea scortechinii,
Bossiaea ornata,
Bossiaea rosmarinifolia,
Bossiaea armitii,
Bossiaea neo-anglica,
Bossiaea preissii,
Bossiaea concinna,
Bossiaea arenicola,
Bossiaea cucullata,
Bossiaea halophila,
Bossiaea modesta,
Bossiaea oxyclada,
Bossiaea praetermissa,
Bossiaea vombata,
Bossiaea arcuata,
Bossiaea atrata,
Bossiaea aurantiaca,
Bossiaea barbarae,
Bossiaea barrettiorum,
Species in the Fabaceae family