Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aphylla
ID:
639347

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 88 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638679

Common Names

  • Aphylla Daviesia
  • Daviesia Aphylla
  • Aphylla Daviesia

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Synonyms

  • Daviesia nudula J.M.Black [valid]
  • Daviesia benthamii acanthoclona (F.Muell.) Crisp [valid]
  • Daviesia acanthoclona F.Muell. [valid]
  • Daviesia brevifolia ephedroides Benth. [valid]

Description

Daviesia aphylla (also called Leafless Bitter-pea, among many other common names) is a shrub of the Fabaceae family. It has small, needle-like leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Daviesia aphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. Its leaves can be used in salads and its flowers can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daviesia aphylla has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daviesia aphylla is an evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location.

Where to Find Daviesia aphylla

Daviesia aphylla can be found in Australia.

Daviesia aphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daviesia aphylla?

Daviesia aphylla

What is the common name of Daviesia aphylla?

Leafless Bitter-pea

What is the natural habitat of Daviesia aphylla?

Woodlands of Australia

Species in the Daviesia genus

Daviesia latifolia, Daviesia eremaea, Daviesia pedunculata, Daviesia podophylla, Daviesia spiralis, Daviesia mimosoides, Daviesia striata, Daviesia euphorbioides, Daviesia discolor, Daviesia stricta, Daviesia triflora, Daviesia mollis, Daviesia longifolia, Daviesia pectinata, Daviesia cardiophylla, Daviesia acicularis, Daviesia decurrens, Daviesia purpurascens, Daviesia corymbosa, Daviesia cordata, Daviesia pubigera, Daviesia anceps, Daviesia hakeoides, Daviesia incrassata, Daviesia uniflora, Daviesia physodes, Daviesia polyphylla, Daviesia umbellulata, Daviesia mesophylla, Daviesia angulata, Daviesia debilior, Daviesia alata, Daviesia inflata, Daviesia reclinata, Daviesia epiphyllum, Daviesia rhombifolia, Daviesia arborea, Daviesia squarrosa, Daviesia buxifolia, Daviesia brevifolia, Daviesia nudiflora, Daviesia flexuosa, Daviesia microphylla, Daviesia genistifolia, Daviesia grahamii, Daviesia alternifolia, Daviesia pachylima, Daviesia wyattiana, Daviesia preissii, Daviesia gracilis,

Species in the Fabaceae family