Dillwynia parvifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br. ex Sims
Source:
ildis
Year:
1813
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag.37: t. 1527 (1813)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188581
Common Names
- Dillwynia parvifolia
- Parvifolia Dillwynia
- Small-leaved Parrot Pea
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- Dillwynia parviflora Benth. [invalid]
- Dillwynia ericifolia parvifolia (Sims) Benth. [unknown]
Description
Dillwynia parvifolia (also called Parvifolia dillwynia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a rounded habit. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green foliage and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Dillwynia parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dillwynia parvifolia has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The flowers are followed by small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings are small and have a pair of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dillwynia parvifolia is a perennial shrub that is native to Australia. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Dillwynia parvifolia
Dillwynia parvifolia is native to Australia.
Dillwynia parvifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dillwynia parvifolia?
Dillwynia parvifolia
What is the common name of Dillwynia parvifolia?
Small-leaved Parrot Pea
What is the natural habitat of Dillwynia parvifolia?
It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and heaths 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.
John Sims (1749-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sims' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:492535-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Dillwynia parvifolia R.Br. ex Sims: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.