Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
genistifolia
ID:
188840

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 11 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188169

Common Names

  • Genistifolia Daviesia
  • Genistifolia-leaved Daviesia
  • Genistifolia-leaf Daviesia

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Synonyms

  • Daviesia coluteoides Walp. [invalid]
  • Daviesia genistifolia colletioides (A.Cunn. ex Benth.) Benth. [valid]
  • Daviesia colletioides A.Cunn. ex Benth. [valid]

Description

Daviesia genistifolia (also called Genista-leaved Daviesia, among many other common names) is a small, shrubby, perennial plant native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in grassy areas, open woodlands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Daviesia genistifolia is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a soil improver. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock, to control erosion, and as a green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daviesia genistifolia has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, dark brown and slightly curved. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daviesia genistifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, collect the seed pods when they are ripe and sow them in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Daviesia genistifolia

Daviesia genistifolia can be found in the south-east of Australia, in the area between Sydney and Melbourne.

Daviesia genistifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daviesia genistifolia?

Daviesia genistifolia

What is the common name of Daviesia genistifolia?

Genista-leaved Bitter-pea

Where is Daviesia genistifolia found?

Daviesia genistifolia is found in 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

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.