Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decurrens
ID:
189223

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.T.Lee

Source:
ildis

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Contr. New South Wales Natl. Herb.1: 170 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188552

Common Names

  • Swainsona Decurrens
  • Decurrent Swainson-Pea
  • Decurrent Pea

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Description

Swainsona decurrens (also called Decurrent Pea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It can grow up to 1 m tall and has yellow-green flowers. It is found in open forest, woodland and heath in south-western Australia.

Uses & Benefits

Swainsona decurrens is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of fodder for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Swainsona decurrens has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swainsona decurrens is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can be grown in pots or in the garden. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting of around 10cm in length and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and place in a potting mix. Keep moist and in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Swainsona decurrens

Swainsona decurrens is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.

Swainsona decurrens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Swainsona decurrens?

Swainsona decurrens

What is the natural habitat of Swainsona decurrens?

Swainsona decurrens is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

What are the uses of Swainsona decurrens?

Swainsona decurrens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes.

Species in the Swainsona genus

Swainsona galegifolia, Swainsona canescens, Swainsona greyana, Swainsona maccullochiana, Swainsona phacoides, Swainsona formosa, Swainsona oliveri, Swainsona microphylla, Swainsona unifoliolata, Swainsona fissimontana, Swainsona oroboides, Swainsona elegans, Swainsona campestris, Swainsona brachycarpa, Swainsona murrayana, Swainsona flavicarinata, Swainsona recta, Swainsona viridis, Swainsona burkittii, Swainsona laciniata, Swainsona dictyocarpa, Swainsona villosa, Swainsona ecallosa, Swainsona lessertiifolia, Swainsona swainsonioides, Swainsona plagiotropis, Swainsona parviflora, Swainsona procumbens, Swainsona kingii, Swainsona pedunculata, Swainsona laxa, Swainsona microcalyx, Swainsona burkei, Swainsona pterostylis, Swainsona stipularis, Swainsona stenodonta, Swainsona leeana, Swainsona luteola, Swainsona beasleyana, Swainsona incei, Swainsona cyclocarpa, Swainsona campylantha, Swainsona gracilis, Swainsona oligophylla, Swainsona forrestii, Swainsona decurrens, Swainsona tephrotricha, Swainsona rostellata, Swainsona colutoides, Swainsona fraseri,

Species in the Fabaceae family