Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rosmarinifolia
ID:
189173

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
T.L.Mitchell, Three Exped. Australia2: 178 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188502

Common Names

  • Rosemary Pea
  • Rosemary Bossiaea
  • Rosemary Broom-pea

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Synonyms

  • Bossiaea cinerea rosmarinifolia (Lindl.) Benth. [valid]

Description

Bossiaea rosmarinifolia (also called Rosemary-leaved bossiaea, among many other common names) is a small shrub with an upright habit and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Australia and grows in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Bossiaea rosmarinifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bossiaea rosmarinifolia are yellow, about 1 cm in diameter and have five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small and have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bossiaea rosmarinifolia is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 0.5-1 m. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny position. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Bossiaea rosmarinifolia

Bossiaea rosmarinifolia is native to Australia and can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Bossiaea rosmarinifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bossiaea rosmarinifolia?

Bossiaea rosmarinifolia

What is the common name of Bossiaea rosmarinifolia?

Rosemary-leaved Bossiaea

What is the natural habitat of Bossiaea rosmarinifolia?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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