Daviesia decurrens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Meisn.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
J.G.C.Lehmann, Pl. Preiss.1: 52 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187847
Common Names
- Decurrens Daviesia
- Decurrens Pea
- Decurrens Pod Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Daviesia decurrens (also called Decurrent Daviesia, among many other common names) is an erect, perennial shrub with bright green foliage and yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Daviesia decurrens is a shrub native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It is drought tolerant and can be used to attract birds and other wildlife to the garden. It can also be used as a hedge or screen.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Daviesia decurrens sub. hamata (Crisp) Crisp & G.ChandlerDaviesia decurrens sub. decurrens
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Daviesia decurrens has yellow flowers with a five-lobed corolla. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two opposite leaves.
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Daviesia decurrens is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and treated with a rooting hormone before planting. Seeds can also be used for propagation, but they require a period of cold stratification before planting.
Where to Find Daviesia decurrens
Daviesia decurrens is native to Western Australia and can be found in the south-west of the state.
Daviesia decurrens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Daviesia decurrens?
Daviesia decurrens
What type of plant is Daviesia decurrens?
Daviesia decurrens is a shrub
Where is Daviesia decurrens found?
Daviesia decurrens is found in 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
References
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Daviesia decurrens Meisn.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.