Dillwynia glaucula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jobson & P.H.Weston
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Telopea8: 1 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000647666
Common Names
- Dillwynia glaucula
- Glaucous Dillwynia
- Glaucous Bush-pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dillwynia glaucula (also called Glaucous Dillwynia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in woodland and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dillwynia glaucula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber, fuel, and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dillwynia glaucula is a white, five-petalled bloom with a yellow centre. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dillwynia glaucula can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be grown in a sheltered location.
Where to Find Dillwynia glaucula
Dillwynia glaucula is native to Australia.
Dillwynia glaucula FAQ
What is the common name of Dillwynia glaucula?
Glaucous Dillwynia
What is the scientific name of Glaucous Dillwynia?
Dillwynia glaucula
What is the natural habitat of Dillwynia glaucula?
It is native to 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
Peter Weston (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Weston' in the authors string.
Peter C. Jobson (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jobson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1005459-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Dillwynia glaucula Jobson & P.H.Weston: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.