Bossiaea stephensonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales, ser. 2, 1: 1107 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187722
Common Names
- Bossiaea stephensonii
- Stephenson's Bossiaea
- Stephenson's Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bossiaea stephensonii (also called Stephenson's Bossiaea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 meters in height. It is native to Australia, found in the understory of dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. Its leaves are narrow, oblong and pointed, with a yellowish-green tip. The flowers are yellow and pea-like, and the fruits are small, black and hairy.
Uses & Benefits
Bossiaea stephensonii is a shrub native to Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bossiaea stephensonii is a small white or yellow flower with five petals. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bossiaea stephensonii is a shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Bossiaea stephensonii
Bossiaea stephensonii is found in the south-west of Western Australia.
Bossiaea stephensonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bossiaea stephensonii?
Bossiaea stephensonii
What is the common name of Bossiaea stephensonii?
Stephenson's bossiaea
Where is Bossiaea stephensonii found?
Bossiaea stephensonii is found in 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
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Bossiaea stephensonii F.Muell.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.