Daviesia rubiginosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Crisp
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.8: 1230 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638759
Common Names
- Rusty Bitter-pea
- Rusty Bitter Pea
- Rusty Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Daviesia rubiginosa (also called Rusty Bitter Pea, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and heathlands. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Daviesia rubiginosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Daviesia rubiginosa is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, brown, flattened disc, and the seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Daviesia rubiginosa 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 rubiginosa
Daviesia rubiginosa is native to Australia and can be found in temperate climates.
Daviesia rubiginosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Daviesia rubiginosa?
Daviesia rubiginosa
What is the common name of Daviesia rubiginosa?
Rusty Bitter Pea
What is the natural habitat of Daviesia rubiginosa?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
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
Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:986540-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Daviesia rubiginosa Crisp: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.