Chorizema varium - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Paxton
Source:
wcvp
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Paxton's Mag. Bot.6: 115 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429018
Common Names
- Varium Chorizema
- Varium Chorizem
- Varium Chorizemas
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chorizema varium (also called Variable Chorizema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the pea family. It is a small, evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 m in height, with thick, woody stems and long, narrow leaves. It is native to the dry regions of Australia, and is often found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Chorizema varium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chorizema varium has small yellow flowers with red centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Chorizema varium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position in a rock garden or in a container. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Chorizema varium
Chorizema varium can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Australia.
Chorizema varium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chorizema varium?
Chorizema varium
What type of plant is Chorizema varium?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is Chorizema varium found?
It is native to Southeast Asia and the Indian Subcontinent
Species in the Chorizema genus
Chorizema cordatum, Chorizema trigonum, Chorizema glycinifolium, Chorizema genistoides, Chorizema diversifolium, Chorizema aciculare, Chorizema ilicifolium, Chorizema cytisoides, Chorizema rhombeum, Chorizema uncinatum, Chorizema parviflorum, Chorizema dicksonii, Chorizema nervosum, Chorizema reticulatum, Chorizema circinale, Chorizema humile, Chorizema nanum, Chorizema retrorsum, Chorizema rhynchotropis, Chorizema ulotropis, Chorizema carinatum, Chorizema obtusifolium, Chorizema racemosum, Chorizema spathulatum, Chorizema varium,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Joseph Paxton (1803-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paxton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:73748-3: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Chorizema varium Paxton: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.