Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filipes
ID:
189046

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
T.L.Mitchell, J. Exped. Trop. Australia: 363 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188375



Common Names

  • Daviesia filipes
  • Thread-Leaved Bitter Pea
  • Thread-Leaved Hop Bitter Pea


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Description

Daviesia filipes (also called Slender Bitter-Pea, 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

Daviesia filipes 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Daviesia filipes sub. filipes
Daviesia filipes sub. terminalis Crisp & G.Chandler

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daviesia filipes has small, yellow flowers, which are followed by small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daviesia filipes is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from cuttings or seed. 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. When propagating from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Daviesia filipes

Daviesia filipes is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands in the eastern and southern parts of the country.

Daviesia filipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daviesia filipes?

Daviesia filipes

What is the common name of Daviesia filipes?

Slender Bitter-pea

What is the flowering season of Daviesia filipes?

Spring

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