Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dentata
ID:
188771

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 156 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188100

Common Names

  • Bossiaea dentata
  • Toothed Bossiaea
  • Toothed Hop-bush

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Synonyms

  • Scottia angustifolia Lindl. [valid]
  • Scottia dentata R.Br. [unknown]
  • Scottia laevis Lindl. [valid]
  • Scottia trapeziformis J.B.Mackay ex Sweet [valid]
  • Bossiaea dentata angustifolia (Lindl.) Benth. [valid]
  • Bossiaea dentata hastata Benth. [valid]
  • Bossiaea dentata latifolia Benth. [valid]

Description

Bossiaea dentata (also called Dentata bossiaea, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 m in height with trifoliate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bossiaea dentata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bossiaea dentata are yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bossiaea dentata is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, B. dentata can tolerate a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Bossiaea dentata

Bossiaea dentata is found in Australia.

Bossiaea dentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bossiaea dentata?

Bossiaea dentata

What is the common name of Bossiaea dentata?

Toothed Bossiaea

What is the natural habitat of Bossiaea dentata?

It is found in dry sclerophyll forest and heath in south-eastern Australia

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

References

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.