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Common Names
- Brunioides Dillwynia
- Dillwynia brunioides
- Bruny Island Dillwynia
Description
Dillwynia brunioides (also called Small-leafed Parrot Pea, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to Australia, found in the south-east of New South Wales and is common in open forest and woodland. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and bright yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Dillwynia brunioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dillwynia brunioides has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, thin style. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two oval-shaped cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dillwynia brunioides is a small shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Dillwynia brunioides
Dillwynia brunioides is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands in the eastern and southern parts of the country.
Dillwynia brunioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dillwynia brunioides?
Dillwynia brunioides
What are the common names of Dillwynia brunioides?
Bridal Bush, Brown-flowered Bridal Bush
What is the natural habitat of Dillwynia brunioides?
It is native to Australia and grows in open woodlands and grasslands.
Species in the Dillwynia genus
Dillwynia retorta,
Dillwynia juniperina,
Dillwynia sericea,
Dillwynia glaberrima,
Dillwynia phylicoides,
Dillwynia oreodoxa,
Dillwynia ramosissima,
Dillwynia hispida,
Dillwynia dillwynioides,
Dillwynia pungens,
Dillwynia tenuifolia,
Dillwynia stipulifera,
Dillwynia brunioides,
Dillwynia acicularis,
Dillwynia prostrata,
Dillwynia uncinata,
Dillwynia acerosa,
Dillwynia divaricata,
Dillwynia floribunda,
Dillwynia cinerascens,
Dillwynia crispii,
Dillwynia glaucula,
Dillwynia palustris,
Dillwynia rupestris,
Dillwynia sieberi,
Dillwynia brunioides,
Dillwynia parvifolia,
Dillwynia laxiflora,
Dillwynia sparsifolia,
Dillwynia trichopoda,
Dillwynia elegans,
Species in the Fabaceae family