Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diversifolium
ID:
189117

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Serpentine Nat. Pl. Rar. Geneve: 44, t. 8 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188446

Common Names

  • Chorizema diversifolium
  • Variable Flame Pea
  • Variable Chorizema

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Synonyms

  • Chorizema spectabile Lindl. [valid]
  • Chorizema rhombeum G.Lodd. [deprecated]

Description

Chorizema diversifolium (also called Variable Flame Pea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Western Australia. It has small, yellow-green leaves and small, pea-like flowers. It is found in open woodlands and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chorizema diversifolium is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chorizema diversifolium has small yellow flowers with five petals and a central greenish-yellow tube. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chorizema diversifolium is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Chorizema diversifolium

Chorizema diversifolium is found in Western Australia.

Chorizema diversifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chorizema diversifolium?

Chorizema diversifolium

What is the common name of Chorizema diversifolium?

Variable Flame-pea

What is the natural habitat of Chorizema diversifolium?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Fabaceae family