Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aquifolium
ID:
188479

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 157 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187808

Common Names

  • Aquifolium Bossiaea
  • Aquifolium Bush Pea
  • Aquifolium Pea

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Description

Bossiaea aquifolium (also called Holly-leaved Bossiaea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open woodland, heath and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bossiaea aquifolium is a shrub native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It is drought tolerant and can be used to attract birds and other wildlife to the garden. It can also be used as a hedge or screen.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bossiaea aquifolium sub. laidlawiana (Tovey & P.Morris) J.H.Ross
Bossiaea aquifolium sub. aquifolium

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bossiaea aquifolium has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bossiaea aquifolium is a perennial shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Bossiaea aquifolium

Bossiaea aquifolium is native to Australia, and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

Bossiaea aquifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bossiaea aquifolium?

Bossiaea aquifolium

What is the common name of Bossiaea aquifolium?

Holly-leaved bossiaea

What is the natural habitat of Bossiaea aquifolium?

Open woodlands and grasslands

Species in the Bossiaea genus

Bossiaea foliosa, Bossiaea pulchella, Bossiaea disticha, Bossiaea heterophylla, Bossiaea linophylla, Bossiaea prostrata, Bossiaea webbii, Bossiaea walkeri, Bossiaea stephensonii, Bossiaea kiamensis, Bossiaea ensata, Bossiaea spinosa, Bossiaea bossiaeoides, Bossiaea aquifolium, Bossiaea rufa, Bossiaea brownii, Bossiaea carinalis, Bossiaea leptacantha, Bossiaea riparia, Bossiaea oligosperma, Bossiaea rhombifolia, Bossiaea dentata, Bossiaea divaricata, Bossiaea buxifolia, Bossiaea cinerea, Bossiaea scolopendria, Bossiaea rupicola, Bossiaea peduncularis, Bossiaea bracteosa, Bossiaea obcordata, Bossiaea eriocarpa, Bossiaea scortechinii, Bossiaea ornata, Bossiaea rosmarinifolia, Bossiaea armitii, Bossiaea neo-anglica, Bossiaea preissii, Bossiaea concinna, Bossiaea arenicola, Bossiaea cucullata, Bossiaea halophila, Bossiaea modesta, Bossiaea oxyclada, Bossiaea praetermissa, Bossiaea vombata, Bossiaea arcuata, Bossiaea atrata, Bossiaea aurantiaca, Bossiaea barbarae, Bossiaea barrettiorum,

Species in the Fabaceae family