Chorizema rhynchotropis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Meisn.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
J.G.C.Lehmann, Pl. Preiss.2: 209 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603606
Common Names
- Chorizema rhynchotropis
- Beaked Chorizema
- Beaked Flame Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chorizema rhynchotropis (also called Rhynchotropis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Australian Outback ecoregion in Australia. It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Chorizema rhynchotropis is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is used as a cut flower. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chorizema rhynchotropis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chorizema rhynchotropis is an evergreen, low-growing, spreading perennial with small, linear, grey-green leaves and small, yellow flowers in summer. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or division.
Where to Find Chorizema rhynchotropis
Chorizema rhynchotropis is native to Western Australia.
Chorizema rhynchotropis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chorizema rhynchotropis?
Chorizema rhynchotropis
What are the common names of Chorizema rhynchotropis?
Beaked chorizema
What is the natural habitat of Chorizema rhynchotropis?
Chorizema rhynchotropis is native to 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
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:486259-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Chorizema rhynchotropis Meisn.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.