Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lancifolia
ID:
189043

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou26(I): 263 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188372

Common Names

  • Daviesia lancifolia
  • Narrow-Leaved Bitter Pea
  • Narrow-Leaved Hop Bitter Pea

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Synonyms

  • Daviesia mollis minor Benth. [valid]
  • Daviesia pedunculata minor Meisn. [valid]

Description

Daviesia lancifolia (also called Lance-Leaved Bitter-Pea, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodland and heathland. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are yellow in colour.

Uses & Benefits

Daviesia lancifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daviesia lancifolia has small, yellow flowers, which are followed by small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daviesia lancifolia is a hardy shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn and place them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Daviesia lancifolia

Daviesia lancifolia is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands in the eastern and southern parts of the country.

Daviesia lancifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daviesia lancifolia?

Daviesia lancifolia

What is the common name of Daviesia lancifolia?

Lance-leaved Bitter-pea

What is the flowering season of Daviesia lancifolia?

Spring

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