Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oligophylla
ID:
189141

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 219 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188470

Common Names

  • Swainsona Oligophylla
  • Small-Leaf Swainson-Pea
  • Narrow-Leaf Swainson-Pea

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Synonyms

  • Swainsona concinna F.M.Bailey [valid]

Description

Swainsona oligophylla (also called Slender Pea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Swainsona oligophylla is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Swainsona oligophylla 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 oligophylla is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and resistant to frost.

Where to Find Swainsona oligophylla

Swainsona oligophylla is found in Western Australia.

Swainsona oligophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Swainsona oligophylla?

Swainsona oligophylla

What is the common name of Swainsona oligophylla?

Few-leaved Pea

Where is Swainsona oligophylla found?

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

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.