Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
639434

Status:
valid

Authors:
Crisp

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.4: 269 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638766



Common Names

  • Fragrant Bitter-pea
  • Fragrant Bitter Pea
  • Fragrant Pea


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Description

Daviesia suaveolens (also called Sweet-scented 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 suaveolens 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 suaveolens 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Daviesia suaveolens 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 suaveolens

Daviesia suaveolens is native to Australia and can be found in temperate climates.

Daviesia suaveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daviesia suaveolens?

Daviesia suaveolens

What is the common name of Daviesia suaveolens?

Sweet-scented Bitter Pea

What is the natural habitat of Daviesia suaveolens?

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