Swainsona parviflora - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral.2: 223 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188073
Common Names
- Small-flowered Swainson's Pea
- Small-flowered Swainson's Bean
- Swainson's Pod
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Swainsona parviflora (also called Parviflora swainsonii, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It is an annual herb, growing up to 1 m in height with trifoliate leaves and small, pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Swainsona parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are edible and used as a garnish in salads.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Swainsona parviflora are yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Swainsona parviflora is a perennial shrub that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in the late spring or early summer and place them in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Swainsona parviflora
Swainsona parviflora is native to Australia, and can be found in the south-western regions of the country.
Swainsona parviflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Swainsona parviflora?
Swainsona parviflora
What is the common name of Swainsona parviflora?
Small-flowered Swainson-pea
What is the family of Swainsona parviflora?
Fabaceae
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.
Legume Data Portal link for: Swainsona parviflora Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.