Chorizema aciculare - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) C.A.Gardner
Source:
ildis
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Austr. Occ.: 56 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188484
Common Names
- Needle Pea
- Tick Pea
- Climbing Pea
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- Podolobium aciculare DC. [valid]
Description
Chorizema aciculare (also called Needle chorizema, among many other common names) is a small shrub with an upright habit and needle-like foliage. It is native to Australia and grows in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Chorizema aciculare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a soil stabilizer.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Chorizema aciculare sub. aciculareChorizema aciculare sub. laxum J.M.Taylor & Crisp
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Chorizema aciculare are yellow, about 1 cm in diameter and have five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small and have two oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chorizema aciculare is best propagated from seed. Collect the seed in late summer or early autumn and sow it in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the seed in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The seed should germinate within a few weeks.
Where to Find Chorizema aciculare
Chorizema aciculare is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, and Queensland.
Chorizema aciculare FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chorizema aciculare?
Chorizema aciculare
What is the common name of Chorizema aciculare?
Needle Flame Pea
Where is Chorizema aciculare found?
It is found in Western Australia
Species in the Chorizema genus
Chorizema cordatum, Chorizema trigonum, Chorizema glycinifolium, Chorizema genistoides, Chorizema diversifolium, Chorizema aciculare, Chorizema ilicifolium, Chorizema cytisoides, Chorizema rhombeum, Chorizema uncinatum, Chorizema parviflorum, Chorizema dicksonii, Chorizema nervosum, Chorizema reticulatum, Chorizema circinale, Chorizema humile, Chorizema nanum, Chorizema retrorsum, Chorizema rhynchotropis, Chorizema ulotropis, Chorizema carinatum, Chorizema obtusifolium, Chorizema racemosum, Chorizema spathulatum, Chorizema varium,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Charles Austin Gardner (1896-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Gardner' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Chorizema aciculare (DC.) C.A.Gardner: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.