Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grahamii
ID:
188850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ewart & Jean White

Source:
ildis

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Victoria, n.s., 22: 12 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188179



Common Names

  • Daviesia Grahamii
  • Grahamii Daviesia
  • Davies' Pea


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Synonyms

  • Daviesia phyllodinea S.Moore [valid]

Description

Daviesia grahamii (also called Graham's Bitter Pea, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry areas, such as in rocky outcrops and on hillsides. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Daviesia grahamii is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a soil improver. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock, to control erosion, and as a green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daviesia grahamii has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, dark brown and slightly curved. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daviesia grahamii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, collect the seed pods when they are ripe and sow them in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Daviesia grahamii

Daviesia grahamii can be found in the south-east of Australia, in the area between Sydney and Melbourne.

Daviesia grahamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daviesia grahamii?

Daviesia grahamii

What is the common name of Daviesia grahamii?

Graham's Bitter-pea

Where is Daviesia grahamii found?

Daviesia grahamii is found in eastern Australia.

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

Alfred James Ewart (1872-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ewart' in the authors string.
Jean White-Haney (1877-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean White' in the authors string.