Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ellisiana
ID:
187549

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.20: 135 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186878

Common Names

  • Ellis' Cadia
  • Cadia Ellisiana
  • Ellis' Pea-Bush

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Description

Cadia ellisiana (also called 'Ellis' Cadia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has a woody stem and its leaves are simple. It grows in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Cadia ellisiana is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock and as a source of firewood and timber for construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cadia ellisiana has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cadia ellisiana is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cadia ellisiana

Cadia ellisiana can be found in Australia.

Cadia ellisiana FAQ

What are the common names of Cadia ellisiana?

Cadia ellisiana is commonly known as the Ellis' Coneflower.

What is the growth habit of Cadia ellisiana?

Cadia ellisiana is an annual or biennial herb with a prostrate or ascending growth habit.

What is the flowering period of Cadia ellisiana?

Cadia ellisiana typically flowers from mid-spring to mid-summer.

Species in the Fabaceae family