Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scolopendria
ID:
188890

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Andrews) Sm.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London9: 303 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188219

Common Names

  • Scolopendria Bossiaea
  • Bossiaea Scolopendria
  • Centipede Bossiaea

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Synonyms

  • Platylobium scolopendrium Andrews [valid]

Description

Bossiaea scolopendria (also called Running-postman, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry sclerophyll forest and heathland in New South Wales and Victoria.

Uses & Benefits

Bossiaea scolopendria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a windbreak and shelter for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bossiaea scolopendria has yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bossiaea scolopendria is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be treated with a hormone rooting powder. Plant the cuttings in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until established.

Where to Find Bossiaea scolopendria

Bossiaea scolopendria can be found in Australia, particularly in the south-west of Western Australia.

Bossiaea scolopendria FAQ

What is the common name of Bossiaea scolopendria?

Common Bossiaea

What is the natural habitat of Bossiaea scolopendria?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

What are the flower characteristics of Bossiaea scolopendria?

The flowers are yellow and have five petals

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

Henry Cranke Andrews (1770-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andrews' in the authors string.
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.