Chorizema genistoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Meisn.) C.A.Gardner
Source:
ildis
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Austr. Occ.: 56 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188379
Common Names
- Climbing Flame Pea
- Climbing Pea
- Common Flame Pea
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- Oxylobium genistoides Meisn. [valid]
Description
Chorizema genistoides (also called Broom-Leaved Chorizema, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodland and heathland. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are yellow in colour.
Uses & Benefits
Chorizema genistoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chorizema genistoides has small, yellow flowers, which are followed by small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chorizema genistoides is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. When propagating from cuttings, it should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Chorizema genistoides
Chorizema genistoides is native to the south-west of Western Australia. It is found in the coastal areas of Perth, from Gingin to Albany, and in the inland areas of the Wheatbelt and the Goldfields.
Chorizema genistoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chorizema genistoides?
Chorizema genistoides
What is the common name of Chorizema genistoides?
Broom-like Chorizema
What is the flowering season of Chorizema genistoides?
Spring
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
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' 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 genistoides (Meisn.) C.A.Gardner: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.