Status:
valid
Authors:
Crisp
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.8: 1194 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638710
Common Names
- Daviesia glossosema
- Glossosema Daviesia
- Glossosema's Daviesia
Description
Daviesia glossosema (also called glossy daviesia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Daviesia glossosema is a shrub that is native to Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers attract birds and insects. It is also used as a windbreak or hedge plant, and its leaves can be used in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Daviesia glossosema are yellow and tubular in shape, with five petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are small and green, with two cotyledons and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Daviesia glossosema is a small shrub that can grow up to 2 meters in height. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy, well-drained mix.
Where to Find Daviesia glossosema
Daviesia glossosema can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.
Daviesia glossosema FAQ
What is the scientific name of Daviesia glossosema?
Daviesia glossosema
What is the common name of Daviesia glossosema?
Glossosema
What is the natural habitat of Daviesia glossosema?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
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