Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
forrestii
ID:
189159

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex A.T.Lee

Source:
ildis

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Contr. New South Wales Natl. Herb.1(4): 168 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188488

Common Names

  • Swainsona Forrestii
  • Forrest's Swainson-Pea
  • Forrest's Pea

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Description

Swainsona forrestii (also called Forrest's swainsona, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a sprawling habit and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Australia and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Swainsona forrestii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Swainsona forrestii are yellow, about 1 cm in diameter and have five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small and have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swainsona forrestii can be propagated from seed. Collect the seed in late summer or early autumn and sow it in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the seed in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The seed should germinate within a few weeks.

Where to Find Swainsona forrestii

Swainsona forrestii is found in Western Australia.

Swainsona forrestii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Swainsona forrestii?

Swainsona forrestii

What is the common name of Swainsona forrestii?

Forrest's Pea

Where is Swainsona forrestii found?

It is found in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia

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

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Alma Theodora Lee (1912-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.T.Lee' in the authors string.