Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mimosoides
ID:
188367

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
W.T.Aiton, Hortus Kew.3: 20 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187696

Common Names

  • Daviesia mimosoides
  • Daviesia mimosoides
  • Daviesia mimosoides

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Synonyms

  • Daviesia mimosoides mimosoides [unknown]
  • Daviesia glauca G.Lodd. [illegitimate]
  • Daviesia corymbosa mimosoides (R.Br.) Benth. [valid]
  • Daviesia mimosoides saligna Regel [valid]

Description

Daviesia mimosoides (also called Mimosa-like Bitter-pea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a spreading habit. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are yellow. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Daviesia mimosoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Daviesia mimosoides sub. mimosoides
Daviesia mimosoides sub. acris Crisp

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Daviesia mimosoides is a small yellow and red flower with five petals. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daviesia mimosoides is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soils in a sunny position. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Daviesia mimosoides

Daviesia mimosoides can be found in the south-west of Western Australia, in the Stirling Range National Park and the Porongurup Range.

Daviesia mimosoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daviesia mimosoides?

Daviesia mimosoides

What type of plant is Daviesia mimosoides?

Shrub

Where is Daviesia mimosoides found?

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