Dillwynia sericea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Cunn.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Field New South Wales: 347 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185187
Common Names
- Silky Burtonia
- Silky Waxflower
- Silky Burtonia
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- Dillwynia floribunda sericea (A.Cunn.) Benth. [valid]
Description
Dillwynia sericea (also called Silky Dillwynia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, from woodlands to heaths.
Uses & Benefits
Dillwynia sericea is used as a food crop and forage crop. It is also used as a cover crop to improve soil fertility and structure.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Dillwynia sericea sub. sericeaDillwynia sericea sub. glabriflora (Blakely) Jobson & P.H.Weston
Dillwynia sericea sub. rudis (Sieber ex DC.) Jobson & P.H.Weston
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dillwynia sericea has yellow, five-petalled flowers that appear in spring and summer. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dillwynia sericea is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring and keep the soil moist until germination. Once established, it is relatively low maintenance and can tolerate some light frost.
Where to Find Dillwynia sericea
Dillwynia sericea is native to New South Wales and Victoria, Australia. It can be found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.
Dillwynia sericea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dillwynia sericea?
Dillwynia sericea
What is the common name of Dillwynia sericea?
Silky Dillwynia
What is the natural habitat of Dillwynia sericea?
Open woodlands and heathlands
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
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dillwynia sericea A.Cunn.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.