Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
buxifolia
ID:
188790

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 75 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188119

Common Names

  • Daviesia buxifolia
  • Box-leaved Bitter-pea
  • Box-leaved Daviesia

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Synonyms

  • Daviesia latifolia buxifolia (Benth.) C.Moore & Betche [valid]

Description

Daviesia buxifolia (also called Box-leaved Daviesia, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in eastern Australia. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands. It is drought tolerant and grows in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Daviesia buxifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Daviesia buxifolia is a yellow-green colour, with a small, globular head of flowers. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daviesia buxifolia is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, D. buxifolia can tolerate a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Daviesia buxifolia

Daviesia buxifolia can be found in Australia, particularly in the south-west of Western Australia.

Daviesia buxifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daviesia buxifolia?

Daviesia buxifolia

What is the common name of Daviesia buxifolia?

Box-leaved Bitter-pea

What is the natural habitat of Daviesia buxifolia?

It is found in dry sclerophyll forest and heath in south-eastern 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