Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reptans
ID:
1515204

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.D.Macfarl. & J.H.Ross

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia31: 157 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002829



Common Names

  • Bossiaea reptans
  • Crawling Bossiaea
  • Crawling-Stem Bossiaea


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Description

Bossiaea reptans (also called Creeping Bossiaea, among many other common names) is a small, prostrate shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 20 cm tall and has a wide, spreading habit. The leaves are alternate, linear to oblong, and up to 1 cm long. The flowers are yellow and the fruit is a capsule. It is found in heath and dry sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bossiaea reptans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bossiaea reptans has yellow, tubular flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bossiaea reptans is a low-growing shrub native to Australia. It is a hardy species that can tolerate a wide range of conditions. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Bossiaea reptans

Bossiaea reptans can be found in Australia, growing in open forests and woodlands.

Bossiaea reptans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bossiaea reptans?

Bossiaea reptans

What is the common name of Bossiaea reptans?

Creeping Bossiaea

What is the natural habitat of Bossiaea reptans?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in 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

References