Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Trans. Philos. Soc. Victoria1: 38 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187690
Common Names
- Pleurandroides Phyllota
- Phyllota Pleurandroides
- Phyllota Bush Pea
Description
Phyllota pleurandroides (also called Twin-leaf Phyllota, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a spreading habit. Its leaves are trifoliate and its flowers are pink. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllota pleurandroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phyllota pleurandroides is a small white or yellow flower with five petals. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllota pleurandroides is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soils in a sunny position. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Phyllota pleurandroides
Phyllota pleurandroides is found in the south-west of Western Australia, in the Stirling Range National Park and the Porongurup Range.
Phyllota pleurandroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllota pleurandroides?
Phyllota pleurandroides
What type of plant is Phyllota pleurandroides?
Herb
Where is Phyllota pleurandroides found?
Australia
Species in the Phyllota genus
Phyllota remota,
Phyllota gracilis,
Phyllota pleurandroides,
Phyllota grandiflora,
Phyllota barbata,
Phyllota humifusa,
Phyllota luehmannii,
Phyllota diffusa,
Phyllota phylicoides,
Phyllota squarrosa,
Phyllota humilis,
Species in the Fabaceae family