Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ulicifolia
ID:
189090

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
ildis

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Bot. Repos.5: t. 304 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188419



Common Names

  • Daviesia
  • Ulicifolia
  • Broom Heath


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Description

Daviesia ulicifolia (also called Prickly-leaved 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 ulicifolia is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of nectar for bees.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Daviesia ulicifolia sub. ruscifolia (A.Cunn. ex Benth.) G.Chandler & Crisp
Daviesia ulicifolia sub. aridicola G.Chandler & Crisp
Daviesia ulicifolia sub. incarnata G.Chandler & Crisp
Daviesia ulicifolia sub. stenophylla G.Chandler & Crisp
Daviesia ulicifolia sub. pilligensis G.Chandler & Crisp
Daviesia ulicifolia sub. ulicifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daviesia ulicifolia 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Daviesia ulicifolia 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 ulicifolia

Daviesia ulicifolia is found in Western Australia.

Daviesia ulicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daviesia ulicifolia?

Daviesia ulicifolia

What type of plant is Daviesia ulicifolia?

Shrub

Where is Daviesia ulicifolia 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