Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhombifolia
ID:
188729

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sieber ex DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 117 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188058

Common Names

  • Rhombifolia Bossiaea
  • Rhombifolia Pea
  • Rhombifolia Pea

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Synonyms

  • Bossiaea rhombifolia rhombifolia [unknown]
  • Bossiaea lenticularis G.Lodd. [valid]
  • Bossiaea rotundifolia DC. [valid]

Description

Bossiaea rhombifolia (also called Rhomboid Bossiaea, among many other common names) is an erect, perennial shrub native to Australia. It has yellow flowers and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and along watercourses.

Uses & Benefits

Bossiaea rhombifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are edible and used as a garnish in salads.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bossiaea rhombifolia has small yellow flowers that are borne in clusters in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have trifoliate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bossiaea rhombifolia is a hardy shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late spring or early summer. Plant in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until established.

Where to Find Bossiaea rhombifolia

Bossiaea rhombifolia is native to Australia, and can be found in the south-eastern regions of the country.

Bossiaea rhombifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bossiaea rhombifolia?

Bossiaea rhombifolia

What is the common name of Bossiaea rhombifolia?

Diamond-leaved Bossiaea

What is the natural habitat of Bossiaea rhombifolia?

Open forest and woodland

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Franz Sieber (1789-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sieber' in the authors string.