Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nummularia
ID:
570333

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
S.L.Endlicher & E.Fenzl., Nov. Stirp. Dec.: 22 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569665



Common Names

  • Bossiaea nummularia
  • Nummularia Bossiaea
  • Nummularia Pea


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Description

Bossiaea nummularia (also called Coin-leaved Bossiaea, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bossiaea nummularia is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive disorders, as an astringent, and for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a food preservative and for tanning leather.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bossiaea nummularia has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bossiaea nummularia is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to Australia and can be found in sandy soils in open woodlands and heathlands. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Bossiaea nummularia

Bossiaea nummularia is found in the south-west of Western Australia, in the Great Southern region.

Bossiaea nummularia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bossiaea nummularia?

Bossiaea nummularia

What is the common name of Bossiaea nummularia?

Coin-leaf Bossiaea

Where is Bossiaea nummularia native to?

Australia

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