Dillwynia hispida - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
T.L.Mitchell, Three Exped. Australia2: 249 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187886
Common Names
- Dillwynia hispida
- Hispida
- Hispida Dillwynia
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- Dillwynia scabra Schltdl. [valid]
- Dillwynia hispida glabrifolia Blakely [valid]
- Dillwynia hispida glabripes Blakely [valid]
- Dillwynia hispida laevifolia Blakely [valid]
Description
Dillwynia hispida (also called 'Hairy Parrot-pea' and 'Hairy Bush-pea', among many other common names) is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia, found in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, as well as in riparian and wet sclerophyll forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dillwynia hispida is used as a medicinal plant and for soil improvement. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dillwynia hispida has small yellow flowers with five petals and long stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a long stem.
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Dillwynia hispida is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Dillwynia hispida
Dillwynia hispida is native to Australia and can be found in the eastern states, from Queensland to Victoria.
Dillwynia hispida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dillwynia hispida?
Dillwynia hispida
What is the common name of Dillwynia hispida?
Hairy Parrot-pea
What is the family of Dillwynia hispida?
Fabaceae
Species in the Dillwynia genus
Dillwynia retorta, Dillwynia juniperina, Dillwynia sericea, Dillwynia glaberrima, Dillwynia phylicoides, Dillwynia oreodoxa, Dillwynia ramosissima, Dillwynia hispida, Dillwynia dillwynioides, Dillwynia pungens, Dillwynia tenuifolia, Dillwynia stipulifera, Dillwynia brunioides, Dillwynia acicularis, Dillwynia prostrata, Dillwynia uncinata, Dillwynia acerosa, Dillwynia divaricata, Dillwynia floribunda, Dillwynia cinerascens, Dillwynia crispii, Dillwynia glaucula, Dillwynia palustris, Dillwynia rupestris, Dillwynia sieberi, Dillwynia brunioides, Dillwynia parvifolia, Dillwynia laxiflora, Dillwynia sparsifolia, Dillwynia trichopoda, Dillwynia elegans,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Dillwynia hispida Lindl.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.