Chorizema trigonum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou26(I): 254 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188040
Common Names
- Trigone Chorizema
- Trigone Pea
- Trigone Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chorizema trigonum (also called Trigonella Chorizema, among many other common names) is an erect, perennial shrub native to Australia. It has yellow flowers and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and along watercourses.
Uses & Benefits
Chorizema trigonum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are edible and used as a garnish in salads.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chorizema trigonum has small yellow flowers that are borne in clusters in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have trifoliate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chorizema trigonum is a hardy shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late spring or early summer. Plant in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until established.
Where to Find Chorizema trigonum
Chorizema trigonum is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Chorizema trigonum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chorizema trigonum?
Chorizema trigonum
What is the common name of Chorizema trigonum?
Trigonella
What is the natural habitat of Chorizema trigonum?
Open forest and woodland
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
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Chorizema trigonum Turcz.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.