Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lenticularis
ID:
189054

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Lodd.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Bot. Cab.13: t. 1238 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188383

Common Names

  • Lenticular Bossiaea
  • Lenticular Pea
  • Lenticular-leaved Bossiaea

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Description

Bossiaea lenticularis (also called Lenticular Bossiaea, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodland and heathland. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are yellow in colour.

Uses & Benefits

Bossiaea lenticularis is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bossiaea lenticularis has small, yellow flowers, which are followed by small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bossiaea lenticularis is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. When propagating from cuttings, it should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Bossiaea lenticularis

Bossiaea lenticularis is native to the south-west of Western Australia. It is found in the coastal areas of Perth, from Gingin to Albany, and in the inland areas of the Wheatbelt and the Goldfields.

Bossiaea lenticularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bossiaea lenticularis?

Bossiaea lenticularis

What is the common name of Bossiaea lenticularis?

Lenticular Bossiaea

What is the flowering season of Bossiaea lenticularis?

Spring

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