Daviesia quadrilatera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
J.Lindley, Sketch Veg. Swan R.: 59 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188424
Common Names
- Daviesia
- Quadrilatera
- Four-sided Daviesia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Daviesia quadrilatera (also called Four-angled Daviesia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of up to 1.5 m. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers which appear in spring and summer. It is found in open woodlands, heathlands and dry sclerophyll forests in New South Wales and Queensland.
Uses & Benefits
Daviesia quadrilatera is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Daviesia quadrilatera has yellow-green flowers with four petals and a central yellow tube. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are small and slender.
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Daviesia quadrilatera is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and resistant to frost.
Where to Find Daviesia quadrilatera
Daviesia quadrilatera is found in Western Australia.
Daviesia quadrilatera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Daviesia quadrilatera?
Daviesia quadrilatera
What type of plant is Daviesia quadrilatera?
Shrub
Where is Daviesia quadrilatera found?
Western 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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Daviesia quadrilatera Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.