Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inflata
ID:
188727

Status:
valid

Authors:
Crisp

Source:
ildis

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia5: 165 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188056



Common Names

  • Inflated Daviesia
  • Inflated Bitter-pea
  • Inflated Bitter-pea


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Synonyms

  • Daviesia incrassata cylindrica Domin [valid]

Description

Daviesia inflata (also called Inflated 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 inflata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are edible and used as a vegetable in some parts of the world.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daviesia inflata 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Daviesia inflata 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 inflata

Daviesia inflata is native to Australia, and can be found in the south-eastern regions of the country.

Daviesia inflata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daviesia inflata?

Daviesia inflata

What is the common name of Daviesia inflata?

Bladder Bitter Pea

What is the natural habitat of Daviesia inflata?

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