Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phacoides
ID:
186220

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
T.L.Mitchell, J. Exped. Trop. Australia: 363 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185549

Common Names

  • Phacoid Swainson-pea
  • Phacoid Swainson Pea
  • Phacoid Swainsonpea

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Synonyms

  • Swainsona uniflora J.M.Black [valid]

Description

Swainsona phacoides (also called Slender Pea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It has a height of up to 1.5 m and its leaves are divided into 3-7 leaflets. It is found in dry grasslands, woodlands, and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Swainsona phacoides is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage, and as a source of medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Swainsona phacoides has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Swainsona phacoides is a hardy perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, which should be sown directly into the ground in early spring. It can also be propagated by division in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Swainsona phacoides

Swainsona phacoides is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, South Australia, and Victoria.

Swainsona phacoides FAQ

What type of soil does Swainsona phacoides prefer?

Swainsona phacoides prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

How much sunlight does Swainsona phacoides need?

Swainsona phacoides needs full sun to partial shade.

How often should Swainsona phacoides be watered?

Swainsona phacoides should be watered regularly, but not too often.

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