Daviesia alata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sm.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1808
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London9: 259 (1808)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188055
Common Names
- Alata Daviesia
- Bitter Pea
- Bitter-Leaf Bitter Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Daviesia alata (also called Winged Daviesia, among many other common names) is an erect, perennial shrub native to Australia. It has yellow flowers and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and along watercourses.
Uses & Benefits
Daviesia alata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are edible and used as a garnish in salads.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Daviesia alata has small yellow flowers that are borne in clusters in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have trifoliate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Daviesia alata is a hardy shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late spring or early summer. Plant in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until established.
Where to Find Daviesia alata
Daviesia alata is native to Australia, and can be found in the south-eastern regions of the country.
Daviesia alata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Daviesia alata?
Daviesia alata
What is the common name of Daviesia alata?
Wing-fruited Bitter Pea
What is the natural habitat of Daviesia alata?
Open forest and woodland
Species in the Daviesia genus
Daviesia latifolia, Daviesia eremaea, Daviesia pedunculata, Daviesia podophylla, Daviesia spiralis, Daviesia mimosoides, Daviesia striata, Daviesia euphorbioides, Daviesia discolor, Daviesia stricta, Daviesia triflora, Daviesia mollis, Daviesia longifolia, Daviesia pectinata, Daviesia cardiophylla, Daviesia acicularis, Daviesia decurrens, Daviesia purpurascens, Daviesia corymbosa, Daviesia cordata, Daviesia pubigera, Daviesia anceps, Daviesia hakeoides, Daviesia incrassata, Daviesia uniflora, Daviesia physodes, Daviesia polyphylla, Daviesia umbellulata, Daviesia mesophylla, Daviesia angulata, Daviesia debilior, Daviesia alata, Daviesia inflata, Daviesia reclinata, Daviesia epiphyllum, Daviesia rhombifolia, Daviesia arborea, Daviesia squarrosa, Daviesia buxifolia, Daviesia brevifolia, Daviesia nudiflora, Daviesia flexuosa, Daviesia microphylla, Daviesia genistifolia, Daviesia grahamii, Daviesia alternifolia, Daviesia pachylima, Daviesia wyattiana, Daviesia preissii, Daviesia gracilis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Daviesia alata Sm.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.