Chorizema parviflorum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 7 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188555
Common Names
- Chorizema
- Chorizema parviflorum
- Chorizema Dwarf Flame Pea
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- Chorizema gomphocarpum Benth. ex A.Gray [invalid]
Description
Chorizema parviflorum (also called Small-flowered 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 parviflorum is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of fodder for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chorizema parviflorum 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 parviflorum 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 parviflorum
Chorizema parviflorum is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.
Chorizema parviflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chorizema parviflorum?
Chorizema parviflorum
What is the natural habitat of Chorizema parviflorum?
Chorizema parviflorum is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
What are the uses of Chorizema parviflorum?
Chorizema parviflorum 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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Chorizema parviflorum Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.