Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosa
ID:
188449

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) Domin

Source:
ildis

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Vestn. Král. Ceské Spolecn. Nauk. Tr. Mat.-Prír.1921-1922(2): 39 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187778

Common Names

  • Spiny Bossiaea
  • Spiny Bird-flower
  • Spiny Bitter-pea

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Synonyms

  • Platylobium spinosum Turcz. [valid]
  • Bossiaea calycina Benth. [illegitimate]

Description

Bossiaea spinosa (also called Prickly Bossiaea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It has small, pointed leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open woodland, heath and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bossiaea spinosa is used for ornamental purposes, as a windbreak, and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bossiaea spinosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bossiaea spinosa is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is tolerant of drought and frost. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. Cuttings can also be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Bossiaea spinosa

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

Bossiaea spinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bossiaea spinosa?

Bossiaea spinosa

What type of plant is Bossiaea spinosa?

Bossiaea spinosa is a shrub

Where is Bossiaea spinosa native to?

Bossiaea spinosa is native to 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

Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.