Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viscosa
ID:
189326

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 127 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188655

Common Names

  • Pultenaea viscosa
  • Viscosa Pultenaea
  • Pultenaea Viscosa

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Description

Pultenaea viscosa (also called 'Clingy Pultenaea' and 'Clingy Bush Pea', among many other common names) is a shrub with yellow, pea-shaped flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in heathland and open forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pultenaea viscosa is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pultenaea viscosa is yellow and pea-shaped. The seed is small and black in colour. The seedlings are short and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pultenaea viscosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can tolerate both drought and frost and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Pultenaea viscosa

Pultenaea viscosa is native to New South Wales and Victoria. It can be found in open woodlands and along creek beds.

Pultenaea viscosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pultenaea viscosa?

Pultenaea viscosa

What is the common name of Pultenaea viscosa?

Sticky Bush-pea

What is the natural habitat of Pultenaea viscosa?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands of south-eastern Australia

Species in the Pultenaea genus

Pultenaea altissima, Pultenaea microphylla, Pultenaea daphnoides, Pultenaea stipularis, Pultenaea platyphylla, Pultenaea millari, Pultenaea ochreata, Pultenaea stricta, Pultenaea euchila, Pultenaea verruculosa, Pultenaea setulosa, Pultenaea maidenii, Pultenaea tenella, Pultenaea linophylla, Pultenaea petiolaris, Pultenaea pycnocephala, Pultenaea adunca, Pultenaea williamsoniana, Pultenaea patellifolia, Pultenaea graveolens, Pultenaea radiata, Pultenaea weindorferi, Pultenaea reticulata, Pultenaea gunnii, Pultenaea trifida, Pultenaea arida, Pultenaea rotundifolia, Pultenaea prolifera, Pultenaea elachista, Pultenaea canescens, Pultenaea paleacea, Pultenaea villosa, Pultenaea capitellata, Pultenaea luehmannii, Pultenaea procumbens, Pultenaea rosmarinifolia, Pultenaea villifera, Pultenaea strobilifera, Pultenaea retusa, Pultenaea spinosa, Pultenaea ericifolia, Pultenaea mollis, Pultenaea empetrifolia, Pultenaea humilis, Pultenaea echinula, Pultenaea acerosa, Pultenaea glabra, Pultenaea daltonii, Pultenaea campbellii, Pultenaea trinervis,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.