Dillwynia cinerascens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag.48: t. 2247 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188620
Common Names
- Dillwynia cinerascens
- Cinerascens Dillwynia
- Ashy-leaved Parrot Pea
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- Xeropetalum cinerascens Steud. [invalid]
- Dillwynia cinerascens aurantiaca Courtois [valid]
- Dillwynia cinerascens parviflora Benth. [valid]
- Dillwynia cinerascens recurva G.Don [valid]
Description
Dillwynia cinerascens (also called Ashy Dillwynia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Australia, found in sandy soils in heathland and woodland areas. It has small yellow flowers that bloom from August to October.
Uses & Benefits
Dillwynia cinerascens is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dillwynia cinerascens has small yellow flowers. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dillwynia cinerascens is a small shrub native to Western Australia. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Dillwynia cinerascens
Dillwynia cinerascens is found in New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia.
Dillwynia cinerascens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dillwynia cinerascens?
Dillwynia cinerascens
What type of plant is Dillwynia cinerascens?
It is a shrub
Where is Dillwynia cinerascens found?
It is found in Australia
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
References
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dillwynia cinerascens R.Br.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.