Chorizema nervosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Moore
Source:
ildis
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Gard. Companion Florists' Guide1: 122 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188596
Common Names
- Chorizema nervosum
- Nerve Flame-pea
- Nerve Chorizema
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- Chorizema parvifolium Turcz. [valid]
Description
Chorizema nervosum (also called Nervosum chorizema, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green foliage and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Chorizema nervosum is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chorizema nervosum has bright yellow flowers with five petals. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a pair of cotyledons.
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Chorizema nervosum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have established roots.
Where to Find Chorizema nervosum
Chorizema nervosum is native to Australia and can be found in Western Australia and South Australia.
Chorizema nervosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chorizema nervosum?
Chorizema nervosum
What is the common name of Chorizema nervosum?
Nerve Flame Pea
What is the natural habitat of Chorizema nervosum?
It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and heaths in 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
Thomas Moore (1821-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Moore' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Chorizema nervosum T.Moore: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.