Chorizema dicksonii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Graham
Source:
ildis
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
B.Maund, Botanist3: t. 106 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188574
Common Names
- Dickson's Flame Pea
- Chorizema dicksonii
- Flame Pea
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- Chorizema costatum Meisn. [valid]
- Chorizema costatum brevifolium Meisn. [valid]
- Chorizema costatum lanceolatum Meisn. [valid]
- Chorizema costatum lineare Meisn. [valid]
Description
Chorizema dicksonii (also called Dickson's Flame Pea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It can grow up to 1 m tall and has yellow-green flowers. It is found in open forest, woodland and heath in south-western Australia.
Uses & Benefits
Chorizema dicksonii is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of fodder for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chorizema dicksonii has bright yellow flowers with five petals. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a pair of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chorizema dicksonii is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Chorizema dicksonii
Chorizema dicksonii is native to Western Australia and can be found in open woodlands and shrublands.
Chorizema dicksonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chorizema dicksonii?
Chorizema dicksonii
What is the natural habitat of Chorizema dicksonii?
Chorizema dicksonii is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
What are the uses of Chorizema dicksonii?
Chorizema dicksonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes.
Species in the Chorizema genus
Chorizema cordatum, Chorizema trigonum, Chorizema glycinifolium, Chorizema genistoides, Chorizema diversifolium, Chorizema aciculare, Chorizema ilicifolium, Chorizema cytisoides, Chorizema rhombeum, Chorizema uncinatum, Chorizema parviflorum, Chorizema dicksonii, Chorizema nervosum, Chorizema reticulatum, Chorizema circinale, Chorizema humile, Chorizema nanum, Chorizema retrorsum, Chorizema rhynchotropis, Chorizema ulotropis, Chorizema carinatum, Chorizema obtusifolium, Chorizema racemosum, Chorizema spathulatum, Chorizema varium,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Robert Graham (1786-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Graham' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Chorizema dicksonii Graham: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.